{"id":1743,"date":"2020-09-17T17:42:19","date_gmt":"2020-09-17T17:42:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/?p=1743"},"modified":"2020-10-05T17:42:30","modified_gmt":"2020-10-05T17:42:30","slug":"orthodontist-talks-adult-braces-in-jacksonville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/2020\/09\/17\/orthodontist-talks-adult-braces-in-jacksonville\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Get Braces When You\u2019re Over 40?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Man_in_suit_smiling_with_straight_teeth__.jpg\" alt=\"Man in suit smiling with straight teeth\" class=\"wp-image-1744\" width=\"278\" height=\"186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Man_in_suit_smiling_with_straight_teeth__.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Man_in_suit_smiling_with_straight_teeth__-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Man_in_suit_smiling_with_straight_teeth__-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 278px) 100vw, 278px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready for some staggering statistics? According to the American Association of Orthodontics, over one-third of U.S. adults are unhappy with their smile. Plus, 78% of Americans perceive adults with crooked teeth to be unsuccessful, 22% believe a better smile would lead to a better love life, and 48% have untagged themselves from a picture on Facebook between they didn\u2019t like their smile. Fortunately, that\u2019s where braces come in! Read on for information on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/adult-orthodontics.html\">adult braces in Jacksonville<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">So, Can You\nGet Braces Over 40?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since a large portion of patients with braces are teenagers\nand young adults, you may find yourself wondering if this orthodontic treatment\nis limited to that age group. The answer? Absolutely not! Whether it is crooked\nteeth or an improper bite, braces can help you achieve a beautiful, flawless\nsmile at any age. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Reasons to\nConsider Orthodontic Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the aesthetic benefits of straight teeth are\nundeniable, those aren\u2019t the only reasons to consider braces. As you age, you\nmay notice that your teeth have shifted into a new position, which can\nnegatively impact your bite and speech. Therefore, if you experience any of the\nbelow symptoms, you should talk to your orthodontist about braces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Difficulty chewing.<\/li><li>Speech issues.<\/li><li>Bite problems.<\/li><li>Swollen gums.<\/li><li>Food consistently getting lodged\nbetween gaps in your teeth. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Benefits of\nAdult Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>There are numerous options\navailable<\/strong> \u2013 Years prior, patients were limited to traditional\nmetal braces. While this orthodontic treatment continues to be highly effective,\npatients today can also choose a virtually invisible alternative, like\nInvisalign. Plus, with multiple options available, you can pick one that seamlessly\nfits your lifestyle and budget!<\/li><li><strong>Long-lasting results<\/strong> \u2013 Often,\npatients who had braces as a child end up getting them again down the road because\nthey didn\u2019t take their post-treatment care seriously. However, adult patients\nunderstand the importance of wearing their retainer and implementing a consistent\noral hygiene routine, which leads to long-lasting results. <\/li><li><strong>Boosts self-esteem<\/strong> \u2013 If\nyour smile prevents you from feeling confident, going after the promotion you\u2019ve\nbeen eyeing, or attending milestone celebrations, adult braces can be\nlife-changing. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For decades, braces have helped patients safely achieve\ntheir dream smile. If crooked, misaligned teeth or an improper bite are holding\nyou back, talk to your orthodontist today about upgrading your smile with adult\nbraces!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the\nAuthor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/meet-doctor.html\">Dr.\nWilliam \u201cVaughn\u201d Holland\u2019s<\/a> father, uncle, both grandfathers,\nand one great-grandfather were dentists. So, it\u2019s safe to say that dentistry is\nin his blood! When it came time for his education, he completed his\nundergraduate degree at the University of Florida before graduating Magna Cum\nLaude with his Doctor of Dental Medicine. Today, he has numerous achievements\nunder his belt, including a Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics and a Master\nof Dental Sciences. If you are looking for an orthodontist in Jacksonville,\nvisit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>\nor give him a call at <strong>904-388-4600<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready for some staggering statistics? According to the American Association of Orthodontics, over one-third of U.S. adults are unhappy with their smile. 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