In some cases, a treatment plan anticipates two rounds of orthodontia.
To clear up any confusion, here are some answers to questions we most often receive: After all, adults now make up as much as half the patient load in some orthodontists’ offices. But if it’s too late for that, and you think you need braces again, they will likely be successful. Proper care, beginning as soon as your braces come off, can prevent many cases of reversion. As you mature, your orthodontist may periodically need to fit you with new retainers. Some retainers are temporary but others require a lifetime commitment. It is the retainer, which your orthodontist will custom-make for you, that holds them in place. In some cases, injury or dental problems could lead to a braces re-do, but most often, teeth shift because the patient hasn’t followed instructions for using the retainer.Īfter braces, your teeth need time to permanently fix into their new positions in your jaw. Just as your vision, hearing, weight and other aspects of your physical body modify as you mature, so do your mouth, jaws and teeth. Why would a second round of braces be needed? Often, teeth shift simply as a result of aging. Early treatment doesn’t in itself preclude later orthodontic work. The short answer is nearly always “yes.” So long as your gums, teeth and mouth are healthy, your bones are strong and your roots are deep, there should be no problem restoring your proper alignment. The first question these patients ask is: Can I do this twice? A number of our patients are second-timers – adults and even older teens who had braces when they were younger and now need them again.
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