Improving your Teen’s Smile

The teen years are often the most self-conscious, and teeth can play a big part in that. If your teen is unhappy with how their teeth look and feel uncomfortable or embarrassed smiling in social situations or in photos, there are treatments that can correct any problems.

A brace will straighten or more their teeth to improve the appearance or the way they work. It can also help to improve the long-term health of their teeth, gums and jaw joints by spreading the biting pressure over all the teeth. There are many different types of brace, so don’t be put off by what you remember in your early years, your dental team will be able to talk to you through all the options.

Teeth straightening can take anything from a few months to two and a half years, depending on the problem. Most people can be treated within one to two years.