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ORTHODONTICS FOR ADULTS

The American Association of Orthodontistis estimates that more than 1,000,000 adults in the United States and Canada are receiving treatment from orthodontists who are members of the AAO

Today, orthodontic treatment is a viable option for almost any adult. If an orthodontic problem is left untreated-they may become worse. When you have a malocclusion (“bad bite”), your teeth may be crowded, excessively spaced or may not fit together correctly. Such conditions may lead to dental health problems.

Patients with crowding and bad bites can experience:

More toorth decay

More peiordontal disease and even tooth loss

Abnormal wear of tooth sufaces

Difficulty chewing

Damage to supporting bone and gum tissue

TMJ pain and click

Some common questions:

1) Can orthodontic treatment do for me what it does for children?

Yes. Healthy teeth can be moved at any age. Many orthodontic problems

can be corrected as easily for adults as for children.

2) How does adult treatment differ from that of children and adolescents?

Adults are not growing and may have experienced some breakdown or loss of their

teeth and the bone that supports the teeth. Orthodontic treatment may then be

only a part of the patient's overall treatment plan. Close coordination may be

required among the orthodontist, oral surgeon, periodontist, endodontist and family

dentist to assure that the treatment plan is managed well.

3) I have painful jaw muscles and jaw joints - can an orthodontist help?

One of the problems commonly associated with jaw muscle and jaw joint discomfort

is bruxing, that is, habitual grinding or clenching of the teeth, particularly at night.

Bruxism is a muscle habit pattern that can cause severe wearing of the teeth,

and overloading and trauma to the jaw joint structures. Chronically or acutely sore

and painful jaw muscles may accompany the bruxing habit. An orthodontist can

help diagnose these problems. Some solutions may be as simple as a night guard or

a splint and other times orthodontic treatment may be necessary if your bite is part

of the reason why you are experiencing TMJ syptoms. Sometimes structural

damage can require joint surgery and/or restoration of damaged teeth. If you

are experiencing TMJ pain, click, pop or headaches do not delay, the more you

wait the more structural damage can occur!

4) My teeth have been crooked for many years - why should I have orthodontic treatment now?

It’s never too late! Orthodontic treatment is a positive step to resolving any

long-standing problem orthodontic problems. Orthodontic treatment can restore

good function. And teeth that work better usually look better, too. A healthy,

beautiful smile can improve self-esteem, no matter the age. As a matter of fact,

adults make up 45% of our practice. Call right now and do not delay, you are not alone!

COMMON PROBLEMS IN ADULTS:

DIFFERENT TYPES OF TREATMENT OPTIONS

INVISALIGN®-The clear alternative to braces.*

Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that are custom-molded to fit you. The virtually invisible aligners gradually reposition your teeth into a smile you'll be proud of.

REASONS PATIENTS LOVE INVISALIGN

Ease of wear

Most people will not notice you are in treatment

Will not disrupt your lifestyle

No metal or Bands in your mouth

Chosen by over 500,000 people who want amazing smiles.

CONVENTIONAL BRACES

Orthodontic research and development has allowed the orthodontist to offer metal and clear braces that are smaller, smoother and more comfortable. Different types of bracket exist on the market and Dr. Kriger has chosen GAC a top orthodontic bracket manufacturer for her patients brackets.

Brackets are available in metal and in clear. Clear brackets are barely noticeable and with the aid of a tooth colored wire, look phenomenal!

Children love to change colors on their brackets and this gets them excited for their orthodontic adjustments. Adults love the clear braces because it allows supurb esthetics.

Please contact us if you have any questions and/or would like to discuss how we can assist your needs.

Phone: (239)947-1235

Email: info@BonitaOrtho.com

27970 Crown Lake Blvd, Suite 2,

Bonita Springs, Florida 34135

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