Orthodontics for adults

Adult orthodontics is one of my favourite areas within dentistry, because here patients decide for treatment of their own accord, without exception. Therefore, the treatment takes place in a good atmosphere, even though it usually takes relatively long (1-2 years almost without exception). There is no revolt against the treatment and we always have a shared goal. It is important to emphasize that just like in childhood, there is a special significance of thorough planning, so there is no excuse, we need more X-rays (known as OP or panoramic X-ray and full x-ray) and plaster models and photo documentation for the sake of completeness.
Most of the treatments is solved with fixed braces, unfortunately it is rarely sufficient to wirk with removable devices, the so-called invisible orthodontic appliances. Although it is hard to believe, such a procedure often requires greater discipline and co-operation than the one with fixed appliances. Other dental problems, of course, have to be taken care of before we start the treatment – such as tooth decay or gingivitis. There is no age limit, I had the pleasure of having a 76-year-old patient once as well.
And what do we gain with this long treatment? The often very serious problems caused by irregular teeth cease to exist or don’t even develop, and it will be worth again to send a broad smile to the world.