Many of us didn’t naturally develop perfectly aligned smiles like we hoped. Sometimes, to achieve desired results, orthodontic intervention is necessary. If you are going to begin orthodontic treatment soon, you aren’t alone. Approximately 80% of American teens get braces and 27% of American and Canadian orthodontic patients are adults. Even some well-known celebrities straighten their smiles with braces. Here are just some of them.
Angelina Jolie
Even before she is in the public eye, Angelina Jolie could be spotted on the red carpet with her father as a teenager. Back then, she was undergoing orthodontic work to achieve straighter teeth. She continues to show off her beautiful, aligned smile today.
Justin Bieber
When he was a teenager, Justin Bieber straightened his smile with Invisalign. Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that slowly shift the teeth into their rightful locations. One of their many benefits is that they are very discreet, so it’s unlikely that others will notice them. This way, Bieber could be in the spotlight without metal brackets and wires.
Tom Cruise
It isn’t just teens that get braces. When he was nearly 40 years old, Tom Cruise began his orthodontic journey. He opted for ceramic braces which are color-matched to the teeth. After making enough progress, he moved onto Invisalign to complete his orthodontic transformation. It’s never too late to start working toward your smile goals!
Miley Cyrus
Just like many other teenagers, Miley Cyrus needed orthodontic work when she was filming Hannah Montana. However, instead of getting traditional braces, she opted for lingual braces. This is when the brackets and wires are placed on the back of the teeth for a more discreet appearance. After a few years, she had a beautifully straight smile.
Cristiano Ronaldo
As Ronaldo began to gain fame, he decided that it was time to address his dental concerns. He underwent several dental procedures, including beginning his journey with braces. Today, he shows off a beautifully straight smile.
Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani had wanted braces since she was a kid to straighten her teeth. However, her family was unable to afford orthodontic work during her childhood. When she turned 30, Gwen began her orthodontic treatment with traditional braces, correcting her misalignment and leaving her with a healthy smile.
Misalignment certainly doesn’t discriminate. By working with your orthodontist, you can put together a treatment plan to straighten your smile and meet your orthodontic needs.
About the Author
Dr. Kurtis Lightheart is a skilled orthodontist serving patients in the Albuquerque area. He earned his dental doctorate from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry graduating in the top 10% of his class before beginning his dental career in the U.S. Army. At this time, Dr. Lightheart completed his residency and received his Certificate in Orthodontics. He also earned a Master of Science in Dentistry. To learn more about orthodontic treatment options or to schedule a consultation, visit his website or call (505) 257-2000.