Adult Orthodontics
In most cases of crowded, crooked teeth, the problem is not that they just grew that way. The problem is that the upper or lower dental arches were underdeveloped, meaning they didn’t achieve optimum growth. They were too narrow or didn’t have a full, rounded shape that allowed teeth to erupt into their correct positions. As the teeth came in, they fought for space and so overlapped each other or erupted into the wrong locations entirely.
The traditional “solution” has long been to extract teeth to make room for the remainder to be straightened. The optimal solution, however, is to encourage bone growth in the jaws, palate, and face so teeth have the room they need. The Vivos appliance does just that—it spurs bone growth, even in fully matured adults, and has the additional benefit of helping teeth take on an aligned appearance.
Additionally, reshaping these bones can improve the person’s bite, posture, appearance, and ability to breathe fully during sleep. Thus this one therapy not only provides a sound method of orthodontia but several other health benefits at the same time.
What Kind of Orthodontic Treatment Is Available for Adults?
Many people tend to think orthodontic care is strictly for children and teenagers, but that’s not true! No matter your age, you can get the straight teeth you have always wanted and have a healthier, more attractive smile. This is true even if you are missing teeth!
At Breath of Life Dental (BOLD), we focus on improving the shape and health of the jaw in our approach to adult orthodontics. However, there are many options available for adult patients, including:
- Traditional metal braces
- Clear aligners
- Lingual braces
Using Vivos for Adult Orthodontics
Dr. Maryam Seifi does not provide traditional orthodontic treatment methods (like those listed above) because they do not address the underlying cause of crooked teeth, which is improper jawbone growth. By using the Vivos system for adult orthodontics, Dr. Seifi can help you achieve a beautiful smile and greater oral health.
The Vivos system is a series of oral appliances that are custom-fitted to your jaws. Your Vivos appliance will apply gentle pressure to strategic points of your upper and lower arches to encourage forward growth and proper alignment. When your treatment is finished, your teeth will have the space in your jaws that they need in order to be straight.
Vivos oral appliances are simple to wear, easy to clean, and can help you achieve the long-lasting results you want for a beautiful and healthy smile.
Will I Need Jaw Surgery?
Too often, an adult orthodontist will tell you that surgery is the only way for you to achieve straight teeth. Usually, they mean a tooth extraction to make room in your jaw for your teeth to straighten. But when it comes to treating the underlying problem (underdeveloped or misaligned jaws), you may hear that you need orthognathic surgery to correct it.
Orthognathic surgery, commonly just called jaw surgery, is done to realign your upper and lower jaws to improve their function and aesthetics.
At Breath of Life Dental (BOLD), we can achieve the same results without surgery because we use the Vivos system of oral appliances to correct jaw growth and position. When you wear your Vivos oral appliance as directed, you can achieve incredible structural changes without the need for surgery, such as:
- Correct alignment of your lower jaw
- Widen palate and upper arch
- Increase the size of your airway
- Widen lower arch
- Improve overall facial appearance
Adult Orthodontics Near 20852
Dr. Maryam Seifi at Breath of Life Dental (BOLD) offers excellent orthodontics for adults in North Bethesda, MD 20852. Dr. Seifi has over three decades of experience in adult orthodontics and dentistry. She uses her skills to provide comprehensive treatment for all your oral health needs so you can enjoy a longer, healthier life.
There is a better way to get the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted, without braces or surgery! Come see Dr. Seifi at Breath of Life Dental (BOLD) to find out how you can benefit from the Vivos system of oral appliances.
Call us at
(301) 281-4725 to schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward improving your oral health!
"I have been a Vivos patient under the care of Dr. Seifi for almost 10 months. Dr. Seifi's Team and practice are very professional. I was having problems with my bite, mouth/jaw mechanics and night breathing after my previous orthodontics treatment. I was introduced to the Vivos appliance. After further assessment, I decided to give it a try. So far, I've seen great improvements in my breathing at night (able to sleep on my back all night), my mouth/jaws are more relaxed, no more biting of my cheek, less headaches and my speech is clearer. And I'm happy to see my wide smile again!"
- M. R.
Find Out More
To learn more, reserve a seat at a Breath of Life Dental educational seminar by calling (301) 281-4725, emailing us at info@breathoflifeteam.com, or registering online. A personal consultation with Dr. Seifi is available.
*If for any reason the estimated amount is not paid by your insurance company, it becomes your obligations. Any additional iTero scan will be charged $199. Additional mid-course corrections will also have additional charge and each mid-course correction has a $200 processing fee.
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