Aesthetic reasons: The most common reason that people pursue getting braces is to improve their appearance and smile. What they may not realize is that straightening the teeth reduces the likelihood of cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay as well.Jul 7, 2018
What are signs of needing braces?
- Early, late, or irregular loss of baby teeth.
- Adult teeth came in late or delayed.
- Teeth that meet abnormally or not at all.
- Jaws and teeth are out of proportion to the rest of the face.
- Crowded, misplaced, or blocked-out teeth.
- Missing or extra teeth.
- An overbite or underbite.
What is the normal age to get braces?
For children, most get braces between 9 and 14 years old. But adults can benefit from orthodontia as well, and there's no right or wrong age for adults to get braces. As a general rule, once the adult teeth are in, braces are possible.Oct 12, 2021