Orthodontics has traditionally been viewed as a branch of dentistry aimed particularly at children and teenagers, mainly because their teeth and bones are still relatively malleable and can be reshaped easily with orthodontic devices. However, highly regarded orthodontist Gordon C. Honig, DMD believes that adult orthodontics can be just as effective, and now offers services like braces, jaw surgery and the Invisalign® procedure for adults to back this belief up.
Dr. Honig recognizes that beyond cosmetics, braces for adults can stop abnormal tooth wear, excessive stress on gum tissue and bone and misalignment of jaw joints. In some cases, he performs jaw surgery on adults whose jaw growths have already peaked or who are experiencing bone loss. These conditions both negate the potential benefits of braces.
Invisalign® is another innovative option for adult orthodontics that Dr. Honig offers. It involves wearing a series of invisible, removable and comfortable aligners that can straighten teeth gradually and gently. This treatment procedure may be more viable for adults whose hardened teeth and bones may not respond well to braces.
These and more services and opinions related to adult orthodontics are available through Dr. Honig’s website, www.HonigOrtho.com. Visit his site, or call his clinics at 302-737-6333 (Newark, DE) and 302-696-4020 (Middletown, DE) for more details.
