{"id":193,"date":"2023-01-05T20:13:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-05T20:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/?p=193"},"modified":"2023-02-14T20:14:13","modified_gmt":"2023-02-14T20:14:13","slug":"things-you-ought-to-know-about-adult-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/05\/things-you-ought-to-know-about-adult-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Things You Ought to Know about Adult Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_396811891__1676405233_14311.jpg\" alt=\"Portrait of an adult with braces\" class=\"wp-image-194\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_396811891__1676405233_14311.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_396811891__1676405233_14311-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_396811891__1676405233_14311-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For a lot of people, braces are associated very closely with adolescence; when they think about a mouth full of metal, they imagine the awkwardness and discomfort that comes with being that age. That\u2019s really unfortunate, because there are a lot of adults who could have their lives changed for the better orthodontic care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter your age, braces can completely change the way that others feel about you, and that you feel about yourself. If you\u2019re considering getting braces, here are a few things you might not know about getting orthodontics as an adult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Have a Lot of Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re uncomfortable with the idea of getting metal braces, you should know that they may have advanced significantly since you were younger. First of all, traditional braces have become incredibly streamlined, so they\u2019re much smaller and less noticeable than they used to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also non-traditional options that can straighten your teeth just as well. Invisalign, for example, makes use of clear plastic aligners that can nudge your teeth into place. These trays are so discreet that most people won\u2019t even be able to tell you\u2019re wearing them until you mention it. They\u2019re also removable, meaning you won\u2019t have to worry about watching your diet while undergoing Invisalign treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Dental Health Will Improve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to orthodontic treatment, a lot of attention is paid to how it\u2019ll make your teeth look once you\u2019ve finished. However, straight teeth also have incredible benefits for your oral health. They\u2019re remarkably easier to clean and collect plaque more slowly than crooked teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting Braces is Convenient<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As an adult, your priorities are different from what they were when you were a teen. Now you\u2019re busy, and your orthodontic treatment will have to work around your schedule. Thankfully, your dentist will be happy to do that. Moreover, orthodontic care is often informed by incredibly sophisticated technology, making the treatment that much smoother and more convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think that you would benefit from braces, don\u2019t let age stop you. Getting braces as an adult can make a massively positive impact on your life that will make the treatment absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Springhetti Dentistry, we want to change the way that most people feel about their dentists. We won\u2019t rush you in and out, doing as little as possible\u2014we\u2019ll take the time to get to know you as an individual, and to create treatment plans tailored personally to you. That\u2019s how we\u2019re able to offer everyone we see such an incredibly high level of care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions about getting braces as an adult, we can be reached at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (317) 875-7645.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For a lot of people, braces are associated very closely with adolescence; when they think about a mouth full of metal, they imagine the awkwardness and discomfort that comes with being that age. That\u2019s really unfortunate, because there are a lot of adults who could have their lives changed for the better orthodontic care. 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