Very few adults want to hear that they need braces. After all, it’s hard enough to imagine walking around with a mouth full of metal when you’re a teenager – now you also have to worry about looking professional.
But what if this post told you it might not be as bad as you think? Modern braces are able to offer more convenience and comfort than ever before, and at the end of your treatment, you’ll have a beautifully straight smile that will last for a lifetime!
There Are Discrete Options
Back in the day, the only option available to those needing braces was a set of glaringly obvious metal wires and brackets. You could choose the color of the rubber bands that would wrap around your brackets, but that was it!
Nowadays your orthodontist can offer much more discrete options, such as clear or tooth-colored brackets and wires. If the appearance of your smile during treatment is your main concern, ask your orthodontist about ways you can make your braces more invisible.
More Affordable than Clear Aligners
Part of being an adult means paying for your own treatments. No doubt you’re a lot more financially minded now than when you were a child! This is a big reason why many adults choose braces over clear aligners like Invisalign – on average, traditional braces are actually less costly. Since you can also customize your braces to look more discrete, why not leave a little more wiggle room in your budget?
Maintenance is Streamlined
Another difference between braces and costly clear aligners is that aligners are removable, while braces are fixed. You won’t be able to take your braces off, which actually makes them pretty convenient for an adult lifestyle. You won’t have to worry about forgetting them at home, for example, and there’s no need for a separate cleaning regimen for your teeth and orthodontics. Simply brush them thoroughly at the same time and get ready to leave for work!
Time Will Fly
One to two years can seem like a long time to wear braces – until you have them taken off. Once they see their new smile and start to enjoy the benefits of straightened teeth, many adults feel like their treatment lasted no time at all. As the days go by, you likely won’t even remember what it was like to wear braces!
Getting an orthodontic treatment as an adult might not be as common as getting one as a teenager, but it’s just as rewarding. With modernized options like clear or tooth-colored materials, braces are truly a versatile option that’s both reliable and cost-effective. So don’t despair about needing them just yet – they’ll help you straighten your smile in style!
About the Practice
Dr. Podray-Donovan, Dr. Grochowska, and Dr. Lewis are your orthodontic experts in Cumming and other nearby areas. As experienced and accomplished professionals, they’re able to offer a variety of modern options for straightening your teeth, including clear or tooth-colored braces, Damon braces, and InBrace orthodontics. If you’re looking for ways to make your treatment more “adult-friendly,” just let them know, and they’d be happy to work with you to customize your orthodontics! To contact their office, call 678-879-3006.