In the wake of mounting popularity of orthodontics among adults, some people doubt whether it will lead to loose teeth or not. The answer is "not".

    Orthodontic treatment serves to shift and realign teeth in a scientific manner, without hurting both teeth and the surrounding tissues. During the whole process, it’s possible to encounter slight looseness of some teeth, which is within a normal controllable range. After orthodontics, it won’t impact the stabilization of teeth at all. Thus, you can ease your mind on that. 

    Since adults have reached full growth, it will take them more time than teenagers to complete the orthodontic procedure. In addition, the treatment for adults will see a larger difficulty as well. When it comes to orthodontics, here I will cite a few points that require your attention. 

    First of all, it is of great necessity to seek orthodontic treatment from a professional dental hospital which houses reliable orthodontists. Orthodontic treatment lasts for quite a long term, during which every procedure should be conducted by professional dentist with advanced technique, in that a tiny mistake may lead to an irretrievable result. The dentist’s skills play an critical role in the success rate of the treatment. 

    In addition, it’s necessary to stick with the dentist’s instructions. Bear in mind to schedule regular return visits for examinations, which will provide guidance to your orthodontist for designing the next procedure accordingly. Otherwise, it may impact the final result. 

    What’s more, it’s the good oral hygiene that you are supposed to practice all the time. Though it will be harder to thoroughly clean your teeth with braces on, you should also strive to maintain good oral hygiene with the help of orthodontic toothbrush, interdental brush and WaterPik. Such problems as dental caries and periodontitis will show up if there is poor oral hygiene, making all the efforts worthless.  

    Last but not the least, wear retainers for a period after completion of orthodontic treatment, in order to prevent a bounce back effect. 

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