Orthodontic treatment
You may be of the impression that orthodontics (braces) is a treatment reserved for children, when in fact, a large majority of treatment today is carried out in adults. With a more aesthetic approach taken to adult orthodontics, a number of different appliances are available, from the standard braces to clear braces that are virtually invisible. Orthodontics is used to correct the alignment, spacing and functional issues that were not corrected during childhood or that have developed since.
If you are looking at undergoing a smile make over, then in some cases orthodontics may be recommended prior. It is important that your cosmetic improvements are functional and are a long term solution.