How Old Is Too Old for Braces?
Dr. Yakov Eisenberger, Dr. Rahul Gulati, and the team at Hanson Place Orthodontics near Park Slope, NY don’t want prospective orthodontic patients to think that they are “too old” for braces. Starting from the moment you lose your last baby tooth and even after all of your adult teeth have grown in, you may be a candidate for braces. Braces can help improve your smile no matter what your age may be. Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati will be able to assess your orthodontic needs and determine the best orthodontic treatment plan for you.
Why do I need braces?
A healthy mouth and teeth contribute to your overall well-being. Braces are used to help correct or restore the alignment of your teeth, fix crooked or crowded teeth, overbites or underbites, or an incorrect jaw position. Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati know that patients with orthodontic problems at any age can benefit from orthodontic treatment.
How long will I need braces?
Your braces may be on anywhere from 18 to 30 months, in order for your teeth and jaw to properly align. Patients with more extreme malocclusions may need to have their braces on longer. The goal, however, is for you to have the straight teeth and perfect smile you’ve been working so hard toward.
How do I clean my braces?
- Brushing. Brush carefully with your manual toothbrush at least twice a day.
- Flossing: Clean between the teeth and along the gums. Take extra care when working around the archwire to avoid damaging it.
- Interproximal Brush: Clean the archwire of your braces and all around your teeth. Use this every time you brush your teeth to get rid of any food substances stuck within your braces.
How will I look with braces?
Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati have treated many adults with braces, and promise you that they look completely normal. When you’re wearing braces, all you should think about is how amazing it will feel to have a new straight and healthy smile. All of your hard work toward keeping your braces nice and clean will pay off in the end, and you will have that bright healthy-looking smile you’ve always wanted.
Dr. Yakov Eisenberger, Dr. Rahul Gulati, Dr. Rosie Katz, and the team at Hanson Place Orthodontics are expert providers of adult braces near Park Slope NY. If you have any questions pertaining to braces, clear braces, Invisalign, or Invisalign Teen in Brooklyn, NY, Downtown Brooklyn, NY, Park Slope, NY Boerum Hill, NY, or the 11201 zip code area, or would like to schedule a complementary consultation with Dr. Eisenberger, Dr. Gulati, and Dr. Katz contact Hanson Place Orthodontics at: (718) 622-2695.
