Can Adults Use Invisalign?

03/15/2020

Adults who wonder, “Can adults use Invisalign?” might worry that it is too late to fix their smile. The excellent news is orthodontic care is for everyone. A quarter of orthodontic patients today are adults who wish to improve their smile and oral health with straight teeth.

Can You Be Too Old for Invisalign?

No matter your age, your teeth will respond to orthodontic treatment, so adults are not too old for Invisalign. Some of the adults who seek out orthodontia had braces as a child but were never able to finish treatment. For others, their teeth shifted in adulthood. Whatever the reason, Dr. Kerr with Kerr Orthodontics is available to help adults with Invisalign.

How Can Straight Teeth Help with Oral Health?

Oral health is essential, and straight teeth make it a lot easier to keep your mouth clean. Crooked teeth are difficult to clean and floss, and this creates opportunities for gum disease and cavities to hurt your oral health.

What Are the Pro and Cons of Invisalign for Adults?

Invisalign is a fantastic option for adults who wish to be discreet about their orthodontic care. Invisalign uses clear aligners that are switched out every two to three weeks. Each aligner works to move the teeth a little at a time until the teeth are in their correct position.

With traditional braces, certain foods can cause damage to the brackets. With Invisalign, the aligners can be removed, so there are no restrictions on food. Also, being removable makes cleaning easier, which leads to optimal oral health.

In addition, Invisalign is comfortable. The aligners are customized, so you can expect a snug fit, and the trays are smooth. Because of this, they lack sharp edges that cause discomfort to the inside of the mouth.

On the other hand, Invisalign might not be the best choice for every adult who seeks orthodontic care. Invisalign requires diligence in wearing the aligners 22 to 23 hours a day. Noncompliance leads to an increase in treatment time. Also, noncompliance may lead to higher instances of losing the aligners, which adds to the overall cost of treatment.

Schedule Your Consultation

Adults can use Invisalign to achieve straight teeth for a great smile and improved oral health. Dr. Kerr and the team at Kerr Orthodontics are experts in Invisalign. We also have three offices, making it easy to begin treatment. Contact our Montrose office at (570) 278-1227, or our Dunmore office at (570) 344-0605 to schedule your free consultation.