HOW WILLADULT BRACESAFFECT YOUR LIFE?Adult Braces And The Changes They Bring To Your Life

POTENTIALDENTALWORKIn some cases, extra dentalwork may be necessary to getthe most out of the braces. Thisextra work often includes toothextraction and, in more direcases, jaw expansion surgery.

TENDERNESS

For adults, it's common toexperience tenderness in the mouthfor about a week after the braceshave been administered. Adults mayalso experience a sort of sensationas if their teeth feel loose. This isthe result of the orthodontist havingto move the filaments in betweenthe teeth in order to get the bracesto work effectively.

LIMITATIONS

Just as it's advised with kids, it'salso best for adults to stay awayfrom hard candies and chewyfoods after braces are installed.

SUBTLETY

Many people associate braces with

unsightly metal mouths. Because

orthodontic technology has advanced

so much, that's hardly the case any

longer. Yes, an onlooker may be able

to tell you have braces, but they're

hardly a defining feature. Those who

are extra self-conscious can always

opt for Invisalign invisible braces or

some other type of less obvious

orthodontic treatment.

For more information on adult braces, and what it's like to wear

them, contact Caven Dental at (904) 645-3366 today.

The bottom line is that adult braces are a safe, effective wayto get that smile that may have always eluded you. What's

more is that other than a few minor lifestyle adjustments andsome possible discomfort that can usually be managed withover-the-counter pain relievers, adult braces are also very

convenient.