If you are an adult in Austin, TX who needs to fix your teeth, then you should know that you can repair your malocclusions with adult orthodontics. You may not have had access to orthodontic care as a child, or perhaps, you wore braces during adolescence, but you now have new dental misalignments. More adults are opting to repair their teeth because having straight teeth is important for several reasons.
In addition to improving your self-esteem, having properly aligned teeth can improve your health in other ways, including making it easier to keep your mouth clean. It is also easier to brush and floss your teeth when you don’t have teeth that are overlapping. An adult’s teeth tend to shift forward with age, and you may notice that your front teeth are difficult to clean because there is no space between the teeth. First, it is essential to visit our orthodontist for an evaluation of your mouth, and the orthodontist will also collect X-rays of your face to determine the best adult orthodontics for you.
Clear Plastic Aligners
Our orthodontist in Austin, TX will determine if you have mild, moderate, or severe malocclusions that require treatment with clear plastic aligners or braces. Adults with minor misalignments can use removable aligners to fix their teeth, but the treatment time for adults is often longer than it is for teenagers. This is because adults have harder alveolar bones, making it more difficult for the aligners to push the misaligned teeth into the correct positions. While a teenager may only need to wear aligners for six months for a mild problem, a mature adult might need to use removable aligners for a year or longer. Your plastic aligners are made in a series of devices that are made in a slightly different way to apply pressure against your teeth. During your treatment time, you will wear each set of aligners for approximately two weeks, and also, you must wear the devices for most of the day and night.
Braces for Adults
Alternatively, you might have moderate to severe malocclusions that are only repairable with braces. If you are on a tight budget, then metal braces are the most affordable option, but modern metal braces have thinner wires and smaller brackets than the devices did in the past. For many adults, choosing a type of braces that aren’t as noticeable is a better option. It is possible to wear adult orthodontics that are made with clear or color-matching ceramic brackets and almost invisible wires. While these types of braces are placed on the front of your teeth, it is difficult for others to see the wires or brackets.
To learn more about adult orthodontics, feel free to reach out to our educated staff at Central Texas Orthodontics in Austin, TX. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!
Excellent service and treatment!
by Lisa
Category: orthodontistWe have been seeing Dr. St. Loius at Central Texas Orthodontics for a couple kids now over several years. Everytime we walk in for an appointment, we are greeted warmly and promptly taken back. The office is easy to get to and always runs on time, we have never had to wait to be seen, which is remarkable for a medical/dental office! The payment options were also fair and easy to understand. And the follow up, even after those braces come off, has been stellar! Retainers get lost or chewed up sometimes (ugg!), but a quick text into the office and we were able to drop off the original molds and have new ones made very quickly. Everyone who works at this office truly cares, and you can tell they all enjoy where they work, which is really wonderful to see. I cannot speak highly enough of this office, the staff, the care, and ESPECIALLY the after care and protecting our investment.
Austin’s Best Orthodontics!
by Robin Petmecky
Category: orthodontistDr. St. Louis and his staff are exceptional! Their professional, friendly and caring manner stand out every time I have an appointment. They are always very positive during my visits and make me feel like I’m part of their family. I never have to wait to be seen and I’m usually out in a minimal amount of time. I had my last orthodontic visit recently and they invited me to stop in anytime, just to say hello. I highly recommend Central Texas Orthodontics to anyone needing their services. They are truly the BEST!
FANTASTIC GROUP!
by Melissa Moore Yacono
Category: orthodontistI love this office and the lovely, happy, warm staff!! Every one of the staff is kind and friendly! The vibe of the office is uplifting, relaxing, and Austin-y. Love it. The plants make it pleasant. Everything is so clean! What a refreshing visit and thank you so much for the stellar customer service.
Simply the Best!
by Christine Laux
Category: orthodontistDr. B. and his team are fantastic: Everyone just truly cares! They are knowledgeable and super helpful, always happy to consult. I recommend CTO not only for children and teens, but for adults as well! My two teenage daughters got their braces and I got my Invisalign. Dr. B. took his time to go over all our treatment plans and make adjustments. The communication is seamless and very responsive. All team members are wonderful - my special shoutout goes to Beatrice and Christen though: Those two lovely ladies go above and beyond with everything they do! Thanks to y’alls fabulous care our teeth are all straight now!
Awesome Experience
by Norma Constancio
Category: orthodontistDr. St. Louis and his staff were wonderful! From their friendly staff, nice office environment and Dr. St. Louis always willing to answer my questions. I would 100% recommend Central Texas Orthodontics to anyone.
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