{"id":70,"date":"2022-04-07T23:40:36","date_gmt":"2022-04-07T23:40:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/?p=70"},"modified":"2022-05-26T23:44:11","modified_gmt":"2022-05-26T23:44:11","slug":"adult-braces-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/07\/adult-braces-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Get Braces Over the Age of 40?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Braces_6__1653608253_58715.jpg\" alt=\"woman with braces\" class=\"wp-image-71\" width=\"272\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Braces_6__1653608253_58715.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Braces_6__1653608253_58715-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Braces_6__1653608253_58715-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 272px) 100vw, 272px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you feel like it\u2019s too late for you to consider getting\nbraces? This couldn\u2019t be further from the truth. Just because you didn\u2019t get\nthem when you were in middle or high school doesn\u2019t mean that the opportunity has\ncompletely passed you by. You are never too old to start working towards your\ndream smile. After all, you continue to show it off and take care of it every\nday. It should be something you\u2019re proud of! Continue reading to learn several\nways that adult braces can be beneficial for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There Is No Age Limit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As previously stated, there isn\u2019t an age out there that\u2019s\ntoo old when it comes to straightening your smile. Even though pre-teen and\nteen years are the most ideal time to align teeth because the patient is still\ngrowing, adult braces are still very effective and can transform your life. If\nyou\u2019re unhappy with your smile now, there is no reason that you shouldn\u2019t take\nsteps to make improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Increases Your Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how old you are, your confidence is crucial.\nWhether you\u2019re eager to expand your social circle or you\u2019re trying to work your\nway up the ladder in your career, having a beautiful smile that you\u2019re proud to\nshow off can help you get there. Your pearly whites are often the first thing\npeople see when you walk into a room, so why not make a good first impression?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Improves Dental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having orthodontic treatment isn\u2019t just about what you look\nlike. It can also make a difference for your oral health. When your teeth are\nmisaligned, it can be harder to clean them properly when you\u2019re brushing and\nflossing. With food debris and buildups of plaque left behind, you are much\nmore likely to experience tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health\nissues than someone who has straight teeth. If you work to correct misalignment\nnow, you can prevent the need for additional, pricy dental work in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Metal Braces Aren\u2019t Your Only Option<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While traditional metal braces are highly effective at\ncorrecting even the most severe cases of misalignment, not all adults are fond\nof showing off metal brackets and wires when they smile. If this describes you,\nyou\u2019ll be pleased to know that there are more discreet options out there, like clear\nbraces and Invisalign. This way, you can subtly work towards a straighter\nsmile, and it won\u2019t be as obvious to others that you are getting orthodontic treatment.\nDuring your initial consultation with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/about-dr-cordes.html\">orthodontist<\/a>,\nyou will discuss which orthodontic method best meets your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your age shouldn\u2019t hold you back! Whether you are 20 years old,\n60 years old, or anywhere between, it\u2019s never too late to work towards a\nhealthy, beautiful smile that makes you feel confident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/about-dr-cordes.html\">Dr. David W.\nCordes<\/a> is an experienced orthodontist who has been straightening smiles for\nover two decades! He attended The University of Connecticut School of Dental\nMedicine where he is an Assistant Clinical Professor today. He regularly\nattends continuing education seminars to keep his knowledge and skills sharp\nand also teaches courses about orthodontics. To learn more about braces for\nadults or to schedule a consultation at his office in Westfield, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cordesorthodontics.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (413)\n562-8100.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you feel like it\u2019s too late for you to consider getting braces? This couldn\u2019t be further from the truth. Just because you didn\u2019t get them when you were in middle or high school doesn\u2019t mean that the opportunity has completely passed you by. 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