Correct Age To Get Braces Or Invisalign Done

Wait till the permanent teeth erupt! My child looks too small to handle braces; let me wait till he or she goes to college. Braces might be very painful for the kid. Invisalign is for adults, not kids or the elderly!

Are these statements familiar to you? This is what everyone around us keeps telling us, but what is the ideal way? Let's find out.

Why is Early Orthodontic Treatment Advised?

Long ago, it was a popular belief that braces should be started only when all permanent teeth erupt, which is after the age of 13–14 years, but the recent concept is way different than this.

One of the major reasons is that jaw growth for girls continues until the age of 13–14 years and for boys until they turn 18.

Hence, braces or Invisalign treatment done at an early age has the added benefit of utilizing the natural growth of the jaws as a space for accommodating the aligned teeth. Furthermore, this reduces the chance of the removal of permanent premolars (which is a common scenario otherwise).

So braces or Invisalign are for everyone, starting from kids as young as 7 years old to middle-aged people and the elderly. Anyone can get orthodontic treatment if he or she requires it. One can consult Dr. Ravneet Kaur, a renowned orthodontist in Delhi and Gurgaon to get the invisalign treatment. 

The correct age to start braces is as early as possible! Consult a braces specialist at 7 years of age or even sooner if your child has any habits like thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, mouth breathing, night grinding, etc.

Who all Requires Braces or Invisalign?

Dr. Ravneet Kaur, a leading invisalign specialist in Gurgaon, suggests that below mentioned are some conditions under which one requires braces or invisalign. Those having:

• Gaps in teeth
• Irregular teeth
• Overlapping teeth
• Traumatic bite 
• Open bite
• Those having habits like thumb sucking, mouth breathing, etc.

Who Decides the Need for Braces or Invisalign?

The orthodontist (braces or Invisalign expert) is the best person to guide you regarding the best time to start your treatment and also regarding the duration of braces or clear aligner treatment.

Advantages of Getting Braces or Invisalign Treatment Started at an Early Age

• Kids between the ages of 5 and 11 are more adaptive to changes as compared to teenage kids.
• Also, they are less conscious of their looks.
• Getting an early orthodontic treatment will definitely help them get healthy and aligned teeth sooner and also help them prevent major dental issues in the future due to irregular teeth, like jaw pain, bleeding gums due to a lack of oral hygiene, more chances of getting cavities, night grinding, wearing off of tooth structure, etc.
• Also, at the age of 7–11, a major transition happens from the shedding of milk teeth to getting all permanent teeth in the oral cavity. There are some natural spaces present in between milk teeth that can be utilized to guide the permanent teeth into their desired position.  

Can Elderly People Get Invisalign Treatment? 

Yes! If your gums and bones are healthy enough to support tooth movement, then even elderly people can undergo Invisalign treatment! 

Get a consultation today with Dr. Ravneet Kaur, a renowned orthodontist in Gurgaon and Delhi and get your queries solved further!