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What you assume to be true about lingual braces and adult orthodontics in general may need some straightening out.

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The following is a list of 5 common misconceptions that adults were found to hold when the question of adult orthodontics was put to them;

No one really cares that my teeth are crooked do they? The sad fact of the matter is that people do make snap judgments about others based on their physical appearance, and straight teeth hold connotations of  intelligence and success.Apart from that, when you have the confidence to smile and flash your pearly whites, this confidence may spill out into other areas of your life.  Why so you think celebrities spend so much money on their smiles?

Braces are only for kids, I’ll look ridiculous! It is true that the wearing of braces is most commonly associated with children and teenagers.  However, the truth is that anyone at any age can benefit from orthodontic treatment. In recent times, the development of lingual orthodontics has improved the variety of treatment options available. Discreet, modern options such as Incognitio Hidden Braces have contributed to a rise in the percentage of adult orthodontic treatments.These incognito braces straighten teeth from behind, keeping all the brackets and wires out of sight, so that the wearer is the only one who knows they are there.

My teeth are past fixing.  Certainly, teeth that are severely misaligned may present a challenge to even the most experienced of orthodontists. However, as long as your gums and bones are healthy, the right option is waiting for you. There is no reason why you should have to live with a smile that you are afraid to share.

Adult orthodontic treatment will take years. Every case is unique so there is no definitive treatment time.  Incognito Hidden Braces for instance, offer a major advantage over removable systems with respect to the time needed to complete treatment, as the wearer does not have the option to take them out for any length of time. They are bonded to the backs of the teeth and are custom-fit to move the teeth into alignment. Regarding treatment time, past wearers of these braces,tell us that it ended more quickly than they had originally expected and they were more than happy with their results.

Braces must hurt, if they don’t, they’re not doing their job. The idea of “the tighter the better” is completely incorrect. Undoubtedly, you may experience some discomfort as your teeth and gums acclimatise to your lingual braces. However, as your treatment progresses, your mouth will adapt and you’ll forget they are even there. Incognito Hidden Braces are customized to the individual, therefore increasing effectiveness with minimal discomfort.

If we have succeeded in debunking these myths for you, give us a call in the clinic today and we will be happy to set up a consultation

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