Orthodontic Month Myths and Facts brought to you by Hanson Place Orthodontics

Many people come to Handon Place Orthodontics with all kinds of ideas about orthodontists and braces. Like thinking that braces are for kids or that all orthodontists our actually blood thirsty vampires…

So in order to get things straight, we came up with a list of common orthodontic Myths and Facts.

Myth: Braces are only for kids!
Fact: No way! Actually, one of five orthodontic patients is a full grown adult.

Myth: People wearing braces can magnetize their mouth to the fridge.
Fact: Nope. Braces are made from non magnetic materials, and today there are even clear braces that are made out of plastic.

Myth: Ouch! Braces are painful
Fact: After a short adjustment period you’ll forget that you have braces

Myth: You have to wear braces for years and years
Fact: Not necessarily. Some patients wear braces for only a couple of months, not years and definitely not years and years!

Myth: Braces look ugly and I’ll be embarrassed in school or at work
Fact: Braces aren’t what they used to be and today there are invisible braces or braces you can wear from the back.

Because October is Orthodontic Month, give us a call 718.622.2695 and discover all the treats and goodies we've got for you at Hanson Place Orthodontics.