Braces For Any Age

Who doesn’t want a great smile? That is why orthodontics is not just for children, despite what many people may think. Orthodontic treatment can improve your oral health, which will help you feel better overall as well. A correctly aligned smile can help you avoid oral health issues such as tooth decay and gingivitis.

The number of adults choosing to improve their dental health and smile is increasing everyday. Over 25% of Canadians undergoing orthodontic treatment are adults!

It is never too late, because a healthy, straight smile has no age limit. It can do wonders for your confidence. Therefore, it is not surprising more and more adults are now opting for orthodontic treatment. When you put your best foot forward, the world smiles with you.

We offer a variety of different ‘braces near me’ treatment options to help you achieve your smile. Our team would love to talk with you to pick the best treatment for you.

As a teenager, things can change and happen so fast. Orthodontic treatment may just feel like another piece on an already full plate. But don’t worry, we are here to make it as easy as possible for you.

We want you to feel confident not only in your social life, but with your treatment as well. That is why we offer a wide range of braces for you to choose from, including traditional braces, Lightforce braces, and clear braces.

If you have gone for the Two-Phase treatment option, the first phase should already be done by this time. The great thing about that is, you have already got an edge on your treatment time!

Phase II is where traditional orthodontic treatment normally begins. But because you already went through the first phase, your time in Phase II is typically shorter, which means you can expect a reduced time spent wearing braces.

Your Guildford orthodontist here at, Guildford Town Centre Orthodontist, offers Two-Phase treatment, which is also known as early, preventative, or interceptive orthodontics. This specialized process not only takes into consideration your child’s teeth and jaw structure, but the shape of your child’s face as they grow.

Two Phase treatment does take longer. But by starting earlier, it also maximizes the amount of time your orthodontic specialist has to establish ideal jaw structure and teeth alignment.

Typically starts between the ages of 6-8, before all the permanent teeth have erupted. It usually involves expanders and partial braces. Phase I treatment is focused on spacing to allow the permanent teeth to come in properly, and to fix malocclusion issues.

Malocclusion refers to the imperfect positioning of the teeth and jaw when the mouth is closed. Common forms of malocclusion include crossbites, overbites, and underbites.

Starting earlier can help young patients with their developing teeth by creating more space. Sometimes early treatment can turn more complex cases that would normally involve extraction into an easier expansion case instead.

Phase I treatment lays the foundation for Phase II. Because of this head start, it can sometimes reduce the time required in Phase II treatment.

The resting period in between Phase I and Phase II allows for the eruption of the adult teeth. This period could last up to a few years. We recommend that patients come in twice a year so we can track their progress, and determine when to begin Phase II. Please keep in mind that the treatment will not be complete until the conclusion of Phase II.

Phase II treatment begins once all the permanent dentition has erupted. This usually happens when the patient is between 11 and 13 years old.

Phase II is where orthodontic treatment traditionally begins. Nevertheless, due to Phase I, treatment time is usually shorter.