Braces: Not Just For Kids
Crooked teeth and a means to correct them have been around for a lot longer than most people realize
. As far back as 500-300 B.C, there is evidence that people used cat gut to create braces in an attempt to correct overbites, underbites and just plain crooked teeth in general. By 1728 the attempts to straighten teeth had evolved to the use of metal, and by the nineteenth century the practice of orthodontics had become its own specialty.Today, of course, orthodontics have evolved beyond the use of cat gut and thick metal to colored bands that can be changed out to match outfits and moods and have become as much a part of a fashion statement as a person's outfit and hair color. Braces, which were once only targeted towards teenagers, have now found a new market with adults who didn't or couldn't get them in their teen years but still long for perfect straight teeth.
And of course to fill this niche, braces have evolved even further to being almost invisible for the adults who don't want to advertise their orthodontic endeavors with clear aligners which work in much the same manner as traditional metal installations. Newer models are made of plastic or ceramic and use bands that are clear or white and blend in with the natural tooth.
If you are an adult considering properly straightening your teeth, you may feel you are venturing into unknown waters, but have faith: you are not alone in your quest for straight teeth. The number of adult wearers has grown in recent years and now about 1 in every 5 people who have dental alignment equipment installed are adults.
Adults have been lured to the services of orthodontists by several factors, including the new technology that created clear braces and a shortened period of time that they should stay on. They generally only need to be worn for 18 months to 2 years which is 6 to 9 months less than was once required.
Another lure for many adults is the fact that more adults are unapologetically getting their teeth straightened. Even people in the Hollywood spot light are getting them, such as Tom Cruise, who got braces in 2002 to correct his bite.
For many adults, the opportunity to afford orthodontic care just didn't present itself until they were adults themselves with orthodontic insurance to cover the expense. Having full on orthodontic work can run in the neighborhood of $5000 or more depending on the dentist, the patient's needs and geographic location.
So if you are an adult, you shouldn't feel alone in your commitment of time and money to give you a better smile. In the end it will pay off with a straight smile and a perfect bite which will go a long way towards your future oral health.
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