Orthodintics is not just for cosmetics. Malaligned teeth can lead to excessive wear, greater tooth decay and TMJ problems.
Children and adults can both benefit from orthodontics. The biological process involved in moving teeth is the same at any age. It is recommended that every child receive an orthodontic evaluation by age seven.
Treatment may take a little longer for adults. Because an adult's facial bones are no longer growing, certain corrections may not be accomplished with braces alone.