Braces and orthodontics for adults in Vaudreuil-Dorion: it’s no longer just for teenagers
20 years ago, seeing an adult in their 35s, 45s, or 60s with braces was unusual. Today, nearly 30% of orthodontic patients in Quebec are adults. More discreet treatment options, such as clear aligners and lingual braces, have made orthodontics much more accessible to those who want to correct their smile without shouting it from the rooftops.
And motivation is no longer just aesthetic: more and more adults are consulting for functional reasons — tooth wear, headaches, gum problems or simply to preserve the health of their mouths in the long term.
Why are more and more adults consulting
There are many reasons. For some, it’s a question of aesthetics : to find a smile of which you are proud, after having put off the decision for a long time. For others, it is a recurrence after treatment received in adolescence — often related to the cessation of wearing restraint.
Orthodontics is also increasingly used to prepare for the placement of implants or crowns, by repositioning the teeth to optimize the final result. Then there are functional problems : jaw joint pain (TMJ), bruxism, premature tooth wear.
And in some cases, orthodontics even plays a role in the treatment of sleep apnea, when the anatomy of the jaws contributes to the problem.
Adult options
Several options are available to adults depending on their lifestyle, clinical case and budget:
- Invisalign and clear aligners — The most requested option by professionals. Virtually invisible, removable for meals and important appointments. Typical duration: 6 to 24 months.
- Ceramic braces — Inconspicuous, tooth-colored, as effective as metal in the vast majority of cases.
- Lingual braces — Placed at the back of the teeth, so they are 100% invisible. Higher cost, and a short period of adaptation for speech is to be expected.
- Metal pins — The most economical and versatile option, especially suitable for complex cases.
Adapting treatment to a professional lifestyle
Active adults often fear the impact of treatment on their daily lives. In the vast majority of cases, no major limitation is to be expected:
- Meetings and presentations — Discrete options (Invisalign, ceramic, lingual) go unnoticed.
- Business Meals — Aligners are removed for the duration of the meal.
- Travel — Remote tracking possible, appointments spaced out according to your schedule.
- First days after installation — Slight adaptation of a few days, without impact on the work.
- Speech — Brief adaptation period for lingual braces; almost unnoticeable with the other options.
Discretion: comparative table
| Option | Level of discretion | Comfort | Relative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal | Low | Good | $ |
| Ceramic | High | Good | $$ |
| Invisalign / Aligners | Very high | Excellent | $$$ |
| Lingual | Total (100%) | Initial | $$$$ |
Preparation for Implants and Complex Care
Many adults are referred to us by their dentist before implant or prosthetic treatment. Orthodontics then makes it possible to:
- Create or restore the space needed for an implant
- Correcting the egression of a tooth opposite an edentulous space
- Preparing for a complete occlusal reconstruction
This preparatory work significantly improves the longevity and aesthetics of the final treatment.
Recurrence after orthodontic treatment in adolescence
Recurrence is almost always related to premature cessation of the wearing of restraint. The good news: a recurrence treatment is generally shorter than a first treatment, 6 to 12 months for simple cases. Rigorous lifelong restraint is then essential to stabilize the result.
How long does the treatment take
The duration varies according to the complexity of the case:
- Simple recurrence: 6 to 12 months
- Mild to moderate case: 12 to 18 months
- Full case: 18 to 30 months
- Surgical case: 24 to 36 months
- Compression: ideally for life
Pricing
Rates vary depending on the type of treatment and the complexity of the case. Here are the main tariff categories (the exact amounts will be communicated to you during the consultation):
- Invisalign Express Recurrence
- Metal pins — full case
- Ceramic Pins
- Invisalign Comprehensive
- Lingual braces
- Surgical cases
Periodontal hygiene and care during treatment
Orthodontics in adults requires rigorous hygiene, especially to preserve the health of the gums:
- Scaling every 4 to 6 months
- Brushing 3 times a day
- Everyday flossing or interdental brushing
- Fluoridated mouthwashes in case of caries risk
- Increased periodontal monitoring if there is a history of gingivitis or periodontitis
Are you looking for an orthodontist in Vaudreuil-Dorion?
We welcome you with a smile!
Archambault Morton Orthodontic Clinic offers different types of orthodontic treatments to patients of all ages. The orthodontist couple, Amy Archambault and Paul Morton, as parents, attach great importance to the welcome and orthodontic care reserved for the youngest.
The clinic’s team makes every effort to provide toddlers, children, teenagers and adults with an ideal environment and to make their visit pleasant and easy.
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