Adult Braces: Everything You Need to Know
A 2014 survey by the American Association of Orthodontists found that 27% of all US and Canadian patients seeking orthodontia are adults. Most state their biggest regret was not getting braces sooner. There are many reasons why adult braces are becoming more popular. For some it’s cosmetic but often there are myriad health reasons for […]
Ask Dr. Whitlock: Who benefits from braces?
Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Dr. Boyd Whitlock will tell you that anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic treatment, whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early. To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that […]
