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Braces Aren’t Just for Teenagers

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  • Holmes and Palmer Orthodontics
  • March 24, 2021

 

ANYONE OUT OF THEIR teens might think they missed their chance for straight teeth, but that’s not true! Modern orthodontic treatment is for adults too. While it’s true that our teeth can be guided into place more easily when we are younger, they will still respond to orthodontic appliances. And whether or not we had braces as teens, our teeth can still shift over time.

Mesial Drift

In a process called mesial drift, our teeth slowly move towards the front of our mouths as we age. Other factors, including enamel loss, teeth grinding, and tooth loss, can move our teeth out of alignment too. The result is an increasingly crooked, overcrowded smile that is harder to keep healthy.

How Daily Habits Shift Teeth

Some of the things we do every day without even thinking about it can contribute to our teeth shifting over time. Stomach sleeping and resting our heads on our hands when sitting can both be culprits of dental shifting, but good posture and side or back sleeping will minimize this effect.

Healthy Teeth Stay Put Better!

Good oral hygiene is also important for keeping our teeth where they should be, because it helps reduce enamel loss over time. So keep up with that daily flossing and twice daily brushing, and don’t forget about regular dental appointments!

Adults Make Better Ortho Patients!

One advantage adult orthodontic patients have over teenagers is that they have the self-discipline to carefully follow the orthodontist’s instructions, ensuring better, timelier results!

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We are thankful for the opportunity to serve our community with excellent care and take pride in our mission of having a patient-centered philosophy. Check out what our patients are saying about us!

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Abrayshia B.
Our 1st visit was Amazing, the staff puts your name on the welcome sign which was a 1st I’ve ever seen that done !!!! I immediately felt like family!!!!! Everyone’s teeth were perfect and made me want the same haha!!!! The office was very cute and comfy! Affordable for sure!!!!!!!!!!!! Highly recommend this office !!!!!!!!!!!!
Abrayshia B.
Our 1st visit was Amazing, the staff puts your name on the welcome sign which was a 1st I’ve ever seen that done !!!! I immediately felt like family!!!!! Everyone’s teeth were perfect and made me want the same haha!!!! The office was very cute and comfy! Affordable for sure!!!!!!!!!!!! Highly recommend this office !!!!!!!!!!!!
michael C.
Excellent orthodontic care with a friendly, knowledgeable team. They explain everything clearly and deliver great results.
michael C.
Excellent orthodontic care with a friendly, knowledgeable team. They explain everything clearly and deliver great results.
Rebecca S.
I went for a consultation about Invisalign. The staff was so welcoming. Dr. Holmes was very professional and compassionate to me. I have Trigeminal Neuralgia and he was very attentive to my concerns. I look forward to my journey of having the perfect smile.
Rebecca S.
I went for a consultation about Invisalign. The staff was so welcoming. Dr. Holmes was very professional and compassionate to me. I have Trigeminal Neuralgia and he was very attentive to my concerns. I look forward to my journey of having the perfect smile.
Melissa B.
So professional and very nice. Quick to get you an appointment that accommodates schedules and willing to work with you with any issues,questions or anything that arises
Melissa B.
So professional and very nice. Quick to get you an appointment that accommodates schedules and willing to work with you with any issues,questions or anything that arises
DeAnna T.
Two of my three children have required orthodontic care. After the first, there was no question we would return to Holmes & Palmer for the second and I even referred my younger sister. We’ve experienced Invisalign and we’re now in the thick of it with braces. I couldn’t be happier with the care my son and daughter have received and continue to receive from all of the Doctors here. Their smiles are beautiful thanks to Dr. Holmes, Dr. Palmer, and Dr. Signorelli!
DeAnna T.
Two of my three children have required orthodontic care. After the first, there was no question we would return to Holmes & Palmer for the second and I even referred my younger sister. We’ve experienced Invisalign and we’re now in the thick of it with braces. I couldn’t be happier with the care my son and daughter have received and continue to receive from all of the Doctors here. Their smiles are beautiful thanks to Dr. Holmes, Dr. Palmer, and Dr. Signorelli!
Ron T.
Holmes & Palmer Orthodontics is a great place to take your children. My daughter likes it very well, the doctors and the people that work there very respectable and nice and they make you feel very comfortable. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Ron T.
They are very professional I like the doctors and the people that work there. They’re very nice. I would highly recommend them to anybody.
Ron T.
They are very professional I like the doctors and the people that work there. They’re very nice. I would highly recommend them to anybody.
Ron T.
They are a great place to take your children too. The doctors and people that work. There are very nice and I take the time out to explain what your child needs which that’s what I like, I would highly recommend them to anybody.
Ron T.
They are a great place to take your children too. The doctors and people that work. There are very nice and I take the time out to explain what your child needs which that’s what I like, I would highly recommend them to anybody.
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