Adult Orthodontics

Today, more than ever before, adults are seeking orthodontic treatment in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. In this world where almost every moment is captured in photos or video, you want your smile to reflect your inner beauty and confidence!

There is no such thing as being too old for Orthodontics in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach. Treatment options available today make it easier and more discreet for adults to get the beautiful, healthy smile they deserve. At Christenson Family Orthodontics, our Cheseapeake Orthodontists and Virginia Beach Orthodontists are board certified specialists in Invisalign (clear aligners), ceramic braces (clear braces), and traditional braces (metal braces).

Invisalign

Invisalign, or clear aligners, can be effective and efficient option for adults seeking orthodontic treatment. Aligners are a series of clear plastic trays that you wear over your teeth all day to gradually move your teeth into their ideal position. Drs. Christenson & Oakley will sit down with you at your initial consultation to :

• Talk about your smile goals
• Evaluate the current position of your teeth
• Use x-rays and digital models to determine how best to align your teeth without compromising the health of your teeth

Dr. C & Oakley use a 3-D camera to create a digital model of your teeth. The doctors can then digitally align your teeth and create the series of plastic aligners for you to wear.

Options exist to order aligners from online companies. These companies have a similar digital process, but they lack the in-person exam and usually lack the x-ray exam. Your mouth and your teeth are unique, just like every other part of you. A one-size-fits-all approach to orthodontic treatment may compromise the long term health of your teeth, potentially including gingival recession and bone loss around your teeth. We highly recommend you have an in-person exam with an orthodontic specialist to make sure you get the personalized treatment you deserve. Come visit our Chesapeake Orthodontist or Virginia Beach Orthodontist locations today.

Orthodontic Re-Treatment

Did you have braces as a child and now your front teeth are crooked again? You are not alone! Trust your smile to the board certified orthodontists at Christenson Family Orthodontics! As you are aware, your teeth can move after orthodontic treatment. Drs. C and Oakley are specialists in using either clear aligners (like Invisalign) or braces to re-align teeth, while ensuring that your bite is either maintained or improved.

Depending on how much your teeth have moved, you may need anywhere from 3-12 months of orthodontic treatment. So schedule your complimentary orthodontic consultation and talk to our doctors about getting your smile back!

Preparing For Implants, Bridges, or Partials

Your dentist may recommend moving some or all of your teeth prior to getting an implant, a bridge, or a partial denture. This may be optional or required to allow for a healthy result. Some reasons that you may want or need orthodontics prior to getting dental work done are:

• Moving roots to create space for dental implants
• Moving teeth to allow the dentist to prepare them for a crown or bridge
• Aligning teeth prior to getting a bridge or implant because after those are placed, you will be limited in how you can move the teeth around them

Drs. Christenson & Oakley work with general dentists all around Chesapeake and Virginia Beach to align adult’s teeth. Aligning the teeth first allows dentists to prepare ideal crowns, improve the success rate of implants, and create the esthetic smiles that all patients want!

Orthodontic specialists like Dr. Christenson and Dr. Oakley completed 2 extra years in a specialized residency in orthodontics after dental school. During their residency, orthodontists are trained to treat children, teens, and adults. As an adult, your smile deserves a specialist!