Would you get braces at 26 years old if you were single?

it would be for 2 years. i have slightly buck teeth but it keeps moving forward since i had my wisdom teeth extracted.

Would you get braces at 26 years old if you were single?
Why not, older people are getting braces more often now.
Reply:Why don't you look into Invisalign? I think you should definitely do something now rather than later, especially since it sounds like it's bothering you, not to mention you say its getting worse. Good luck
Reply:If you can afford it I don't see why not. Invisalign is a great product that moves your teeth straighter without any visible brackets or wires. If you have just a slight overbite your dentist or orthodontist should be able to recommend the best course of action.





Good luck!
Reply:If it's something that you can afford at the moment and you feel it will better your relationship status and confidence, then go for it. Just know that the effects from braces are not always permanant and your teeth and jaw bone may not accept the work done to them. So be prepared for many dentist and orthodontist visits and pain.





Invisiline may not work for you if you need a substantial amount of movement. As far as I know Invisiline is just for the minor issues, like slightly crooked teeth. But I could be wrong.
Reply:Are there no other options such as Invisilign for you?





If you have no other options, I would do it and get it over with before it got worse, and it probably will since you mentioned that it has over time. Braces aren't the sexiest thing in the world, but if you're looking for a serious relationship, would you really want to be with someone who didn't want to date you based soley on the fact that you have braces? It might actually help you find Mr. Right if you think about it that way. If he doesn't mind the braces ... he's a keeper!





I would recommend the clear ones. They're still noticeable, but much less than the metal ones.





But I would seriously look into other options, and leave braces as your last resort. I can tell you from experience that they're uncomfortable and bothersome ... and I came imagine they would be worse if you're in your 20s (I had them in High School).





You'll make the right decision. You know yourself best.
Reply:There are braces out now that aren't all steel, can you get those? If so, most definetly. It is so much better to get it done now and get it over with and have good teeth. If your teet are moving they are only going to get worse and you are going to have a problem and sooner or later you are going to have to have the braces, so you might as well do it now. It's not all that unusual now.
Reply:I have seen both men and women who are even older than 26, who have braces on their teeth. I don't know all of their "stories", but I do know that in some cases, the braces were not merely there for cosmetic reasons (they had received an injury to their jaw, for example).





If you're concerned about your appearance with braces, have you looked into the "clear" type of braces? I don't know any brand names, but I know that a few exist. That may or may not be an option in your case, but it's worth investigating.
Reply:why not?


If you are self concious about getting the braces, why don't you try the invisalign braces. They work. My step mom used them and she is older than 26 (lol!)
Reply:yep! Braces are good for you... plus, they make you loose weight cause you can't eat for a little while! Plus, anyone who finds you attractive with Braces is going to be NUTS about you when you get them off!
Reply:I needed glasses for slight myopia at 25, no biggie.
Reply:Since it's not a purely a vanity thing, sure. My dentist has been after me for about 10 years to get them because of my TMJ, and I'm significantly older than you. I have terrible dental insurance, and can't afford to do it.


It will undoubtedly save you from problems in the future. And, they have the clear braces, so they barely show.


Good luck!!
Reply:if its the best thing to do for your teeth i would do it...my teacher just got braces and shes older than u and single...
Reply:i am 30 and I have braces. there are at least four older adults that i work with that have them too. i think if you are self-conscious about your smile, you should do something to fix it. two years isn't that long. it is worth every bit of it, i think. i feel better already, knowing that people are looking at my teeth because they are straight, not cuz they are jacked up.:)
Reply:Sure, why not- these days many adults get them it's not just a teenager things. You can get them white so it shows less or the Invisalign if you feel self counscious about having mouth full of metal.
Reply:I was 34 when I decided to straighten my teeth, I got INVISALIGN. They where easy and worked so good.


Ask your dentist if it works for you.


If no, go ahead and get the braces. I believe it's never late to take care of yourself.


good luck!
Reply:Yes I would. You can get invalign you know.
Reply:no get the invisible ones those will look much better
Reply:Yes. You will be so much happier with your looks and it sounds like you are going to need them eventually! Try Invisalign.



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