It's estimated that over 75% of Americans could benefit from some form of Orthodontics. Orthodontics is not just for kids, but can be very beneficial to adults as well. Aligning your teeth not only makes you look better, but can profoundly improve the health of your mouth.

An orthodontic problem is called a malocclusion which can range from crowded teeth, extra teeth, missing teeth or jaws that are out of alignment resulting in an over or under bite. Most Orthodontic problems are inherited, but some can be acquired by accidents, and early or late loss of baby teeth. Sucking of the thumb or a pacifier for a prolonged period of time can also cause malocclusions.

Dr. Bonnevie recommends that every child receive an Orthodontic consulation by age seven. Treatment varies from 1 to 2 years depending on age and the severity of the malocclusion. Treatment for adults usually takes longer than a child's treatment because an adult's facial bones are no longer growing.

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