As an adult, what are my options for teeth straightening?
Typically, we would recommend referring you to an orthodontist, or considering cosmetic “invisible” braces as the ideal first option since it is the most conservative method to move your teeth into perfect position. As an adult, the bone in your jaws is generally denser in quality, and though the movement that occurs is slower, our cases show stable, excellent results in a reasonable timeframe. Sometimes if the tooth malalignment is minor, we can “visually” straighten the teeth with porcelain veneers and crowns, something we commonly refer to as “instant orthodontics”. In cases where teeth have been previously heavily-filled and are darkly stained, patients will often select this option, since the colour and visual position of the teeth can be corrected at the same time.
