Braces for Adults

Embracing Braces for Adults at Shuswap Orthodontics

For many adults, orthodontic treatment with braces can be an ideal way to resolve misalignment and bite issues that they've been dealing with since childhood.

If you've been considering orthodontic treatment as an adult, but have been hesitating because you're concerned about how braces look, we'd like to encourage you to reconsider your perspective. These days, more subtle options like self-ligating braces and translucent (ceramic) braces mean you can get the orthodontic treatment you need with a more discreet look.

At Shuswap Orthodontics, we love how all styles of braces look. If you really embrace them, they can be a unique and striking element of your personal style during orthodontic treatment.

But there are other benefits of braces for adults as well. We'll look at some of them below.

The Benefits of Braces for Adults

With the availability of orthodontic treatment with clear aligners like Invisalign, you may be wondering why certain adults choose braces instead. Here are a few reasons.

Versatility

Clear aligners can be great for mild or moderate misalignments, but they can be impractical for more complex cases. We can use braces to resolve pretty much any misalignment we're presented with, no matter how complicated it is.

Efficiency

Braces can apply greater force more quickly than clear aligners, meaning treatment with braces may be more efficient in some cases. This makes it an appealing option for adults who just want to get their treatment over with.

Ease of Compliance

Removable aligners offer many lifestyle benefits, but if you're not sure you can trust yourself to always remember to put them back in, fixed dental braces may be a better option.