The Perfect SMILE…. it’s never too late!
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Life is full of missed opportunities. Luckily, life is full of second chances. Many adults who missed out on braces when they were younger are choosing to correct and improve their smiles.
It’s never too late to straighten teeth!
Many people think that if they didn’t have braces in junior high, they’ve missed the only chance to straighten their teeth. But more and more, we see a strong trend in orthodontics: adults who realize that the time is now.
Chicago resident Sally Thompson, retired and in her 50s, didn’t dream she’d ever wear braces. After treatment, she couldn’t imagine why she hadn’t started earlier. “I’d always related braces to young people, but I guess I’m living proof that it doesn’t matter how old a person is, “Thompson said. “When I look in the mirror, I can hardly believe that the smile looking back at me is mine.”
And because orthodontics closes up spaces between teeth or eliminates crowding, patients have found it’s easier to keep them clean. John Smith of Loveland, Colorado, said he noticed fewer problems with tartar buildup since braces had realigned his teeth and jaws when he was in his late 20s. “I do believe my teeth will last a lot longer,” said Smith, now in his 30s.
Bob Struck of Tampa, Florida, was 81 (“and a half,” he’d add) when his braces came off. Struck said his smile was a source of pride until one of his teeth began to slip behind its neighbors when he was in his late 70s. When his family dentist told him that his teeth, gums and supporting bone were in good shape – and his son, an oral surgeon, concurred – he said, “Why not?”
Why not, indeed? One out of every five people in orthodontic treatment is over the age of 18. A couple great options to straighten teeth are: In-Ovation C by GAC (clear self ligating braces)… they look great and create a beautiful smile 
and of course, Invisalign. So if your teeth aren’t as straight as you would like, and you find yourself jealously eyeing your pre-teen’s braces, call your orthodontist. There is no age limit on a perfect smile.
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