{"id":77,"date":"2020-09-29T23:09:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-29T23:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=77"},"modified":"2020-10-26T23:10:01","modified_gmt":"2020-10-26T23:10:01","slug":"am-i-too-old-for-adult-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/09\/29\/am-i-too-old-for-adult-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Get Braces Over the Age of 40?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Invisalign_5__1599087548_95569.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with Invisalign\" class=\"wp-image-78\" width=\"295\" height=\"196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Invisalign_5__1599087548_95569.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Invisalign_5__1599087548_95569-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Invisalign_5__1599087548_95569-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 295px) 100vw, 295px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you feel like it\u2019s too late to consider getting braces? This couldn\u2019t be further from the truth. As time goes on, more and more adults are choosing to get braces. Just because you didn\u2019t get them when you were a teenager doesn\u2019t mean that you\u2019ve missed your opportunity. You\u2019re never too old to start working towards your dream smile. After all, you show it off every day. Shouldn\u2019t it be something you\u2019re proud of? Continue reading to learn about the many ways that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">adult braces<\/a> could benefit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Age Limit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As previously stated, there isn\u2019t an age out there that\u2019s too old when it comes to straightening your smile. Even though pre-teen and teen years are the most ideal time to align teeth because you\u2019re still growing, adult braces are still very effective and can transform your life. If you\u2019re unhappy with your smile now, there is no reason that you shouldn\u2019t take steps to make improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Increased Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how old you are, your confidence is important. Whether you\u2019ve started dating again or you\u2019re trying to work your way up the ladder in your career, having a beautiful smile that you\u2019re proud to show off can help you get there. Your pearly whites are often the first thing people see when you walk into a room, so why not make a good first impression?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Improved Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having orthodontic treatment isn\u2019t just about what you look like. It can also make a difference for your oral health. When your teeth are misaligned, it can be harder to clean them properly when you\u2019re brushing and flossing. With food debris and buildups of plaque left behind, you are much more likely to experience tooth decay and periodontal disease than someone who has aligned teeth. By straightening your smile now, you can prevent the need for additional dental work in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Invisalign Is a Great Option for Adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of having to settle for braces made up of metal brackets and wires, now you have options like Invisalign. This teeth straightening option is often preferred by older teenagers and adults because the aligners are practically invisible. When you\u2019re smiling for pictures and meeting new people, it is unlikely that they will even know that you are getting orthodontic treatment. Other benefits include zero eating restrictions, they\u2019re easier to clean, and the trays are more comfortable than traditional braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re wanting a straighter smile, don\u2019t let your age hold you back. You\u2019re never to old to work towards your goals and take steps to heighten your confidence!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/meet-dr-shane-vaughn.html\">Dr. Shane Vaughn<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/meet-dr-amiee-vaughn.html\">Dr. Amiee Vaughn<\/a> earned their Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. They are both members of numerous organizations including the American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the Florida Dental Association. For more information about Invisalign or to schedule a consultation at their office in Jupiter, visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterimplantdentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (561) 747-7172.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you feel like it\u2019s too late to consider getting braces? 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