Thursday, September 15, 2011

Ask Dr. Ruff: Am I too old for braces?


Who’s afraid of “metal mouth” and the appearance of braces? Not adults, apparently. Recently, our staff at Dr. Charles J. Ruff's office read a fascinating statistic: the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996! Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong, healthy and perfectly-aligned, but perhaps another reason for the spike in adult braces is this: people want to look and feel great. In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, and at a time when evenly-aligned and sparkling teeth might be the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing—wisely, we might add—to invest in orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment with Dr. Ruff can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, Dr. Ruff would love to have you visit for a consultation. Please give us a call to set one up!

1 comment:

  1. I had my braces put on when I was 47 y.o. Best decision I ever made. I had metal braces on the bottom teeth, and clear brackets on the top. Many people were surprised when I told them I was wearing braces. I recommend Dr. Ruff and his staff to everyone. Thanks for my great smile!!

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