Adult Orthodontics

Orthodontic treatment can be successful at any age and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile. One of every five patients in orthodontic treatment is over the age of 21. Modern orthodontic care will offer Cold light treatment as an excellent adjunct to complement adult and children treatment. Cold light treatment will potentiate the tooth movements and skeletal movements and ameliorate the soreness.

Frequently Asked Questions:

When is it too late for dental braces?
Never! Not so long ago, children were the main recipients of braces. Today braces are more affordable than ever and it is not uncommon to see the mother and child getting braces at the same time. At Aubin Orthodontics we see adults wearing braces in greater and greater numbers. And there’s never been a better time to make this choice. Braces are smaller, lighter, easier to clean and wear comfortably. Dr. Aubin uses a whole new world of orthodontic materials that work better and faster. We use the latest plastics materials, bonding adhesives, wires and brackets. There are some braces that seem “invisible” called clear braces.

Why do adults wear braces?
Braces offer a good choice for improving your smile and oral health. Some adults have crooked teeth and bad bites because their parents did not consider braces when they were young. Crooked teeth, teeth that overlap are more difficult to clean. As a result, bacteria that is responsible for bad breath, gum disease, and tooth decay are more prevalent. Protruding teeth or gaps between teeth detract from your smile and create an uneven bite. Bad bites are often responsible for headaches that some adults experiences. At Aubin Orthodontics we have braces that can straighten and properly position the teeth and jaws. Adults can now enjoy health smiles. Taking care of your teeth sends the message that you are taking care of yourself and reflects self-respect and confidence.

What are my choices for adult braces?
At Aubin Orthodontics, we have braces that provide greater comfort and style than when you were growing up. Todays braces work more quickly than the traditional style braces, which means a shorter treatment time and fewer trips to our office. At Aubin Orthodontics we offer many options from ceramic to plastic braces that are bonded to the teeth and are used in conjunction with thin, gentle space age wires.

What is Aligner treatment? - (Invisalign, Suresmile, Spark are all examples of aligner treatment)
Aligners are one to the least conspicuous way to straighten your teeth. It uses a series of clear removable aligners to straighten the teeth without wires or brackets. Aligners can help you get the the smile you’ve always wanted.…

• Invisible, so no one can tell you’re straightening your teeth. Now you can smile during treatment as well as after.
• Removable, so you can eat and drink what you like, while in treatment; brushing and flossing is easy.
• Comfortable, wears of aligners experience less mouth abrasions during treatment.

How does aligners(Invisalign, Suresmile, Spark) effectively move teeth?
Like brackets and archwires, Aligners move teeth through the appropriate placement of controlled force on the teeth.

Does insurance cover aligner (Invisalign, Suresmile, Spark) treatment?
Because dental benefits differ significantly from policy to policy, each patient should review their coverage. However, at Aubin Orthodontics we have found that if a patient has orthodontic coverage, aligner are covered to the same extent as conventional treatment.

How Do I Get Started with aligners ( Invisalign, Suresmile, Spark)?
Getting started with treatment is easy. Call today so you can be on your way to achieving straighter teeth and a beautiful smile within weeks of visiting us, Aubin Orthodontics:

• Step 1: Visit Aubin Orthodontics
  The first step will be to make an appointment with Dr. Aubin, an aligner Certified Orthodontist. During the initial visit, Dr. Aubin will help you decide on your course of treatment whether it be conventional or aligner treatment. Once all your questions are answered you will be introduced to the treatment coordinator who will continue to talk to you about your orthodontic journey. Follow up appointments will be made at this time.
• Step 2: Records appointment
  Photos, radiographs, Joint vibration analysis and 3-D digital Scans are made of your teeth and sent to an aligner company (Invisalign, Suresmile, Spark) if this is what you have chosen. It will take 3-4 weeks for the aligners to arrive.
• Step 3: You Receive Your Aligners (Invisalign, Suresimle, Spark) in a Few Weeks
  During this visit to Aubin Orthodontics, you will receive your first set of aligners. Dr. Aubin will very likely give you a few additional sets of aligners which will keep you from having to come back to the office frequently. Each aligner is worn approximately 1-2 weeks depending on whether you chose the accelerated treatment plan. The accelerated treatment plan requires the use of a high frequency vibrator and/or weekly cold light therapy. For adult whose treatment are estimated to take 2 years the accelerated treatment methods would cut your aligner time in half.
• Step 4: You Wear Your Aligners (invisalign, suresimle, spark)
  You will wear each aligner day and night. You must remove the aligners for eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing. Aligners are switch to the next aligner (new) in the series every 1-2 weeks. 22 hours a day is the appropriate daily wear time. Total treatment time averages 9-15 months, but will vary from case to case. You’ll visit Aubin Orthodontics every 8-4 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
• Step 5: You’ve Finished The Treatment
  Congratulations! When you’re finished wearing your last aligner in the series, your treatment will most likely be complete and you will have the smile you’ve always wanted. SMILE and call AUBIN ORTHODONTICS today (508) 393-7778 and talk to Ronda to get started.