At age 64, healthy teeth, gums and bones. Will braces "mess that up" just for straight teeth? (photos)

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I'm worried about "messing that up" just for straight teeth. Concerns about gum recession or other complication at my age.

John McDonald, DMD · Answer

Your teeth/gums are no more likely than a 12 year old to have complications from orthodontics.  Orthodontic treatment will improve you smile and prevent any further wear from your severely overlapping bite.  I have treated several patients in their early and mid eighties and they all love the visible improvements for a relatively small hassle.  Compared to some of the other aspects of getting older, straightening your teeth is a really simple, non invasive thing to do.Side note:  When you are finished with treatment and you have had the worn edges of your upper teeth smoothed and the corners rounded (which a good orthodontist will probably do as part of your treatment) your smile and thus the lower half of your face will look much younger.

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