It’s not just teenagers who can benefit from orthodontics. Adults with good oral hygiene and who have healthy gums and teeth can undergo orthodontic treatment. Over the last ten years, more and more adults are seeking cosmetic dental work, proving that our smiles are increasingly important for social reasons and to build self confidence. How many times have you looked in the mirror and wished that you had a better smile? Orthodontics can correct crooked and protruding teeth, gaps and other problems such as teeth not fitting together correctly.

We often liaise with your own dentist, as orthodontics can also be used in conjunction with other dental treatments, for example, moving teeth to an optimum position before a bridge or crown is provided.

Does treatment take longer than that of a teenager? This is a common question and the answer depends on the problem you present with. Patients who require closure of gaps may find that treatment takes a little longer. This is due to adult bone being denser and as a result the tissues surrounding each tooth can take a little time to adapt to movement