Can Older People Get Invisalign®?

You don’t have to be a teenager to be a candidate for Invisalign®. Even if you’re a mature adult, we’re able to straighten teeth in as little as 12 to 18 months with Invisalign braces.

While your treatment may take longer, the result will be worth the wait. Continue reading to learn why older adults are often perfect candidates for Invisalign. Our Invisalign dentists in Westland, MI are ready to help!

Invisalign for Older Adults

Here’s why adults often make better patients than teenagers:

Adults Are More Motivated

Have you ever covered your smile in a group photo? Do you feel self-conscious about your teeth when meeting people for the first time? Your smile affects not only your oral health, but your confidence. Adults understand the value of a beautiful healthy smile. This is why they’re often more motivated to wear their Invisalign braces 20 to 22 hours a day.

Adult Don’t Take Their Health for Granted

It’s easy to take good oral health for granted. Yet, adults tend to have enough life experience to know that oral health is important. They know how cavities can form between crowded teeth or how gum disease can lead to tooth loss. Teenagers haven’t lived long enough to experience the long-term consequences of crooked teeth. As a result, they’re often not as motivated to wear their clear aligners.

Plaque loves to hide where toothbrush bristles can’t reach, like between crooked teeth. Over time, this plaque increases your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Plaque can also harden into tartar, which you can’t remove at home. Instead, one of our dentists or dental hygienists will need to remove plaque from your teeth and gums. Invisalign straightens teeth so it’s easier for you to care for your smile.

Adults Listen To Their Dentists

You’ll need to wear your Invisalign braces 20 to 22 hours a day. Otherwise, your teeth won’t move like our Invisalign dentists planned. Your clear aligners only work as long as you’re wearing them.

Only remove your clear aligners to eat, drink, brush, and floss. If your Invisalign spends more time in its container than in your mouth, you won’t get the fast results you want. Instead, your teeth still stay where they are or even revert back to their crooked state.

Adults often do well with Invisalign because they’re more likely to follow instructions. In fact, reading this blog post means you’re taking your Invisalign treatment seriously.

Adults Practice Better Oral Hygiene

You’ll need to brush your teeth after eating so you don’t stain your clear aligners. Yet, teenagers are more likely to skip brushing their teeth to rush to their next class or hang out with friends. While adults tend to have busier lives, they’re also more likely to make time for oral hygiene. That way, they’re able to maintain a healthy smile during Invisalign treatment.

Our Invisalign dentists in Westland, MI are ready to help you achieve your dream smile. To request an appointment, call the Parkside Dental Team at (734) 261-6060.