Friday, March 12, 2010

Ask Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics: Am I too old for orthodontic treatment?

Who’s afraid of the appearance of braces on their teeth? Not adults, apparently. Recently, our staff at Kirkpatrick and Lai Orthodontics read a fascinating statistic: adults getting braces has jumped 24 percent from just 14 years ago! Also, did you know ne of every five patients in orthodontic treatment is over 21?

Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong, healthy and perfectly-aligned, but perhaps another reason for the spike in adult braces is this: people want to look and feel great.

In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, and at a time when evenly-aligned teeth might be the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing to invest in orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment with Drs. Kirkpatrick and Lai can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, Drs. Kirkpatrick and Lai would love to have you visit for a consultation. Please give us a call to set one up!

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