Orthodontics for Adults

Yes. Healthy teeth can be moved at any age. Many orthodontic problems can be corrected as easily for adults as for children. Orthodontic forces move teeth in the same way for both adults and children.

Many options are available today to minimize the appearance of braces. Today’s braces are smaller and sleeker, and some are next-to-invisible. Dr. Frey can advise you as to what options are recommended for your particular needs. More information on types of braces can be found here, including Invisalign and Incognito (braces that fit on the inside surface of the teeth). These options allow you to have flexibility in treatment and allow discretion in treatment.

You can do almost anything during orthodontic treatment – sing, play a musical instrument, dine out, kiss, and even have your picture taken. Some adjustments may be necessary, but, if you’re like the vast majority of adult patients, you’ll adjust quickly. New techniques and materials today have made wearing braces more comfortable, and less intrusive than ever.

During your consultation, Dr. Frey can determine if you will benefit from treatment. After carefully analyzing the nature of your needed correction, Dr. Frey will recommend the best course of treatment for improving your smile, including the different types of braces that are best for your treatment.

Orthodontic treatment can create or hold space to replace missing teeth. Dr. Fagala will work with your dentist or dental specialist who will provide bridges or implants so that you can achieve the best result.

Dr. Frey will consult with your dentist and/or periodontist about the health of your gums. If you are a candidate for orthodontic treatment, you will continue regular supervision with your dentist and periodontist. In many cases, tooth alignment can improve the health of the gums.

The cost of orthodontic treatment will depend on many factors, including the severity of the problem, its complexity and length of treatment. Dr. Fagala will be glad to discuss the cost with you before treatment begins. Patients are finding that braces are more affordable today than ever. At Saddle Creek Orthodontics, we offer a variety of convenient payment plans, and accept many dental insurance plans that include orthodontic benefits.

Orthodontists are dental specialists who diagnose, prevent and treat dental and facial irregularities.  Dr. Frey received an additional three full years of specialized education beyond dental school to learn the proper way to align and straighten teeth. Only those with this formal education may call themselves “orthodontists,” and only orthodontists may be members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).