There has been an increase in adults seeking orthodontic treatment over the recent years and it can be due to various reasons that include:

• Improved dental awareness with the advent of preventive dentistry and teeth are retained longer in the mouth.
• The issue of esthetic concern has reduced due to the introduction of ceramic and lingual brackets.
• Orthodontics or the wearing of teeth braces is now socially acceptable and can be a sign of affluence.
• Recommended by general dentists for restorative and periodontal care.
• Insurance and claims for dental treatment in some countries. Continue reading →