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Adult Orthodontic Treatment in Edmonton

Adult Orthodontic Treatment at Mar Orthodontics

It used to be that the majority of orthodontic patients were younger than 18, but that is no longer the case. Today, 50% of the patients at Mar Orthodontics are adults ranging from 18 to 75. It’s never too late to improve your smile!

Our adult patients are delighted when they learn that adult teeth can actually move and that orthodontic treatment is a viable option for them. One thing holding them back is the thought of having to wear conventional braces.

Thanks to technological advancements and increasing awareness about discrete treatment options like Invisalign and clear aligners, more and more adults are feeling confident – even excited – about wearing braces.

Wearing braces also ensures a healthier smile. Expect straighter teeth, a corrected bite, improved dental hygiene and better nutrient absorption.

Invisalign for Adults in St. Albert & Edmonton

Invisalign clear aligners, rather than braces, are our most popular treatment option for adults. This is because they are virtually invisible to others, care is simple and there are no dietary restrictions specifically related Invisalign.

We offer 3 Invisalign treatment options for adults:

Accelerate Adult Treatment Time

Mar Orthodontics is pleased to offer Propel® for our adult patients, innovative and advanced orthodontic technologies that work with your braces or clear aligners (e.g. Invisalign) to fast track your orthodontic treatment.

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Teen Orthodontic Treatment

Teens also make up a large part of our patients. Orthodontic treatment for them has lifelong benefits from increased self-confidence to better oral health.

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Child Orthodontic Treatment

Early orthodontic treatment for kids age seven to twelve can help to correct a variety of problems, which can prevent more invasive treatment or surgery later in life. It can also shorten treatment time once a child becomes a teen.

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Latest Blog posts

Invisalign treatment options

By BBest Admin • February 2, 2023

If you’re considering getting braces, you may already be familiar with Invisalign, often referred to as clear braces or invisible braces. There are three basic choices when it comes to Invisalign: Invisalign Full Invisalign Express Invisalign Teen Are you wondering which Invisalign treatment option is right for you? The decision is actually going to be much easier than you realize. Your orthodontist will assess your condition and determine which orthodontic treatment option is best.

Invisalign vs. braces - which is better?

By BBest Admin • February 1, 2023

If you've been researching "types of braces", one of the questions you're probably wondering is if you should get Invisalign or braces? An ideal person to answer this question is an orthodontist. They’ll be able to make a recommendation based on a thorough exam of your teeth and the issues you will need to fix. If your orthodontist feels that either Invisalign or braces are a viable option, you’ll then want to consider the advantages and disadvantages of each before making a decision. Conventional braces treatment involves metal or ceramic brackets glued to your teeth, connected by wires, and small rubber bands. Invisalign consists of clear plastic aligners that are switched out every two weeks or so for a new set. They are virtually invisible and are easier to clean than traditional braces because you can take your aligners out.

Why are invisalign braces so popular?

By BBest Admin • February 1, 2023

If you’ve considered getting braces, no doubt you’re familiar with Invisalign braces (sometimes referred to as clear braces or invisible braces). Today, they are one of the most popular options for dental braces. As orthodontists serving the Edmonton area, Mar Orthodontics can attest that Invisalign is indeed a very popular option among our Edmonton, Sherwood Park and St. Albert patients. Everyone seems to be asking about Invisalign braces! Why is Invisalign so popular?