About
Braces for Adults
Pristera Orthodontics is a premiere Renton & Burien orthodontics practice that creates amazing smiles for kids, teens, and adults! Dr. Pristera focuses on each patient’s unique needs and goals. He plans out beautiful and healthy smiles that benefit them for life.
Many patients we see at our two orthodontic offices in Renton and Burien, WA are adults who’ve decided to improve their smiles. If you’re an adult who isn’t proud of your smile, we welcome you to our practice. We offer adults various treatment options for enhancing their smiles.
Enjoy the Many Benefits of Adult Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatment as an adult can improve your smile’s appearance, allowing you to smile confidently with straight, attractive teeth. However, orthodontic treatment offers more than just aesthetic benefits. It can also provide several advantages, including:
- Makes it Easier to Clean the Teeth – Properly aligned teeth make it easier to remove food particles and plaque through brushing and flossing. Thorough oral hygiene reduces your chances of developing tooth decay and gum disease.
- Less Wear & Tear on Teeth – Teeth that fit together properly experience less abnormal wear on tooth enamel, promoting better tooth health.
- Can Help You Avoid TMJ/TMD Pain – A properly aligned bite reduces stress on the jaw joint and facial muscles. This can help prevent TMJ/TMD-related pain, such as headaches, ear discomfort, and jaw tenderness.
- Helps Your Dentist Restore Missing Teeth – Properly aligned teeth allow your dentist to replace missing teeth more easily with dental implants or bridges.
Adults often comply better with orthodontic treatment, leading to improved results. By following your orthodontist’s instructions and attending all appointments, you can achieve your straight, healthy smile quickly and reduce the time spent wearing orthodontic appliances.
Adult Braces – Types of Braces We Offer
At Pristera Orthodontics, we offer adults several choices in braces, including:
Clear Braces
Our clear braces feature brackets made of translucent ceramic material. These adult braces have a low profile. When wearing ceramic braces, you can feel confident that others focus on you, not a mouthful of metal.
Invisalign®
Invisalign® clear aligners, made of translucent plastic material, are popular among adults. These aligners are nearly invisible and removable. You can continue enjoying all your favorite foods, including hard, crunchy, and gooey items. Simply remove the aligners when brushing and flossing to maintain good oral hygiene throughout your treatment.
Modern Metal Braces
The metal adult braces we use are smaller, more comfortable and more attractive than the metal braces used in the past. If you don’t mind wearing visible orthodontic appliances, metal braces may be ideal for you.
If you’re an adult who wants to enjoy the many benefits of having an attractive and healthy smile, please schedule an appointment with Dr. Pristera today. At your free, initial consultation, Dr. Pristera will provide you with a thorough examination followed by a discussion of his findings and your potential treatment options. We look forward to seeing you in our Renton or Burien office soon and helping you get the amazing smile you deserve! Don’t forget to visit our Facebook.
