Ms. Li from Guangzhou asked: Is it still too late for orthodontics at the age of 40? How old is suitable for orthodontics

Ms. Li from Guangzhou asked: Is it still too late for orthodontics at the age of 40? How old is suitable for orthodontics

Source: Is orthodontics okay in my 40s? Author: Can I have orthodontics at 40? Time: 2/27/2022

Ms. Li from Guangzhou asked: Is it still too late for orthodontics at the age of 40? How old is suitable for orthodontics

Hello doctor, I am now in my 40s, but my front teeth are protruding. I didn’t have such protruding before, but I suddenly feel that my front teeth are so protruding. I want to ask if it’s still too late for orthodontics at the age of 40?

answer:

Hello, Ms. Li is happy to answer your questions.

Is it still too late for orthodontics at the age of 40?

At the age of 40, it is too late to do orthodontics. Orthodontics is to use external force to make the irregular teeth move slowly and arrange them neatly according to the treatment plan. 

So adults can also do orthodontics, regardless of age.

What is the right age for orthodontics?

The more suitable age for orthodontic treatment is generally 12 to 14 years old, but it does not mean that orthodontic treatment cannot be done after adulthood, 

but because the oral condition of adults is more complicated, periodontal conditions 

should be checked before orthodontic treatment . 

If the periodontal and oral health are not very good, treatment is required before orthodontics can be done.