{"id":199,"date":"2021-12-05T14:06:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-05T14:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/?p=199"},"modified":"2022-03-14T14:09:30","modified_gmt":"2022-03-14T14:09:30","slug":"am-i-too-old-for-suresmile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/05\/am-i-too-old-for-suresmile\/","title":{"rendered":"Am I Too Old for SureSmile Clear Aligners?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You may have seen advertisements for SureSmile<\/a> and other clear aligner treatments. Often, those ads feature young adults. If you have a few more years of life experience, you might even wonder, \u201cAm I too old for SureSmile?\u201d Fortunately, the answer to that question is a resounding no! Let\u2019s talk about why there is no upper age limit for orthodontic treatment and why older adults are often excellent candidates for SureSmile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Orthodontics Can Benefit Older Adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Human teeth are connected to the jawbone via tiny ligaments. Those ligaments provide the teeth with a natural capacity for movement, which is why orthodontic treatment has the ability to shift smiles into their proper places. As the teeth gradually move, the bone remodels around them to accommodate their new positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you age, the ligaments around your teeth are still there, which means your teeth are still capable of moving. SureSmile, regular braces, or another orthodontic treatment might be just what you need to enjoy a healthier, more confident smile! However, keep in mind that your bone might be a little slower to remodel than that of a younger person, so your orthodontic treatment might take a bit longer than it would for someone in their 20s or teens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Clear Aligners Are a Great Choice for Mature Adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few reasons why SureSmile is often an excellent choice for older adults:<\/p>\n\n\n\n