Adult orthodontic treatment can improve crowded teeth, spacing, bite concerns, and smile alignment. At Midtown Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Daniel Kim provides personalized braces and clear aligner options designed around your dental needs, aesthetic preferences, professional lifestyle, and everyday routine.
Adult orthodontic treatment focuses on improving the alignment of permanent teeth and correcting bite concerns. Adults may seek treatment for crowded teeth, gaps, overbites, underbites, crossbites, or teeth that have shifted since previous orthodontic treatment.
Treatment planning for adults also considers existing dental work, gum health, oral hygiene, and individual goals. Dr. Daniel Kim evaluates your smile and bite before recommending an approach, helping ensure your treatment is appropriate for your current dental needs.
Dr. Daniel Kim is a board-certified orthodontist and diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, with advanced training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.
We consider your alignment, bite, dental history, existing oral health, and treatment goals when developing an orthodontic plan for your smile.
Depending on your orthodontic needs, treatment may include traditional braces, clear braces, or clear aligners for a more discreet approach.
We understand that work, meetings, travel, social activities, and daily responsibilities can influence treatment preferences and help you choose an option that fits your routine.
Modern adult orthodontics offers several ways to improve tooth alignment and bite. Your recommended treatment depends on the complexity of your case, oral health, aesthetic preferences, and treatment goals.
Comprehensive treatment addresses broader alignment and bite concerns across the upper and lower teeth to create a balanced, functional, and well-coordinated smile.
Braces provide controlled tooth movement for adults with crowding, spacing, rotations, and bite concerns that require a reliable fixed orthodontic approach.
Clear aligners offer a removable and less noticeable treatment option for selected adults who want to straighten their teeth while maintaining their usual professional and social routines.
Adults do not need to have received orthodontic treatment as teenagers to benefit from an evaluation. If your teeth have shifted, your bite feels different, or you are unhappy with your alignment, an orthodontic consultation can help identify suitable treatment options.
Teeth can move after previous orthodontic treatment or with changes over time. New crowding or spacing may be evaluated to determine whether orthodontic treatment could help.
Overlapping teeth or noticeable gaps can affect both smile appearance and how easily you can clean between teeth.
Changes in how your upper and lower teeth meet may indicate an overbite, underbite, crossbite, or another alignment concern worth evaluating.
Dr. Daniel Kim is a board-certified orthodontist and diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He earned his dental degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and completed advanced specialty training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics at Columbia University.
A lifelong New Yorker, Dr. Kim grew up in Long Island and completed his undergraduate studies at Columbia College, Columbia University, where he majored in neuroscience and behavior and graduated with honors. His specialty training allows him to evaluate adult alignment and bite concerns while developing individualized orthodontic treatment plans.
Adult orthodontic treatment can address alignment and bite concerns while supporting the health, function, and appearance of your smile. The benefits depend on your individual dental condition and recommended treatment approach.
Improving crowded or overlapping teeth can make certain areas easier to reach with brushing and flossing as part of your regular oral hygiene routine.
Correcting certain alignment problems can improve how the upper and lower teeth meet and support more comfortable biting and chewing.
Moving misaligned, crowded, or spaced teeth can create a more balanced smile and help you feel more comfortable showing your teeth.
Adults who had braces in the past may experience orthodontic relapse, causing teeth to shift from their previous positions. If you notice new crowding or spacing, an orthodontic evaluation can help determine whether a limited correction or comprehensive treatment is appropriate.
Start Your Child’s Smile Journey Early
At Midtown Pediatric Dentistry, your orthodontic consultation begins with understanding your concerns and goals. Dr. Kim evaluates your teeth and bite, discusses available options, and explains what treatment may involve before you decide on the next step.
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Dr. Kim reviews your dental history and examines tooth alignment, spacing, bite relationships, and overall orthodontic needs.
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We evaluate your bite and supporting oral health while considering factors such as existing dental work and areas that may require attention before treatment.
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We explain suitable options, which may include comprehensive orthodontics, adult braces, or clear aligners based on your specific alignment and bite concerns.
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If treatment is recommended, we outline the expected process, estimated timeline, appliance care, and practical considerations for maintaining your routine during treatment.
Our team takes time to explain treatment options and help you understand what to expect from your orthodontic journey, from the initial evaluation through active treatment and retention.
Have questions about orthodontic treatment as an adult? These answers cover common concerns about braces, clear aligners, treatment timing, existing dental work, and maintaining your smile after treatment.
No. Adults can receive orthodontic treatment when their teeth and supporting structures are suitable for treatment. Your orthodontic evaluation will determine whether treatment is appropriate and which approach best fits your dental needs.
Clear aligners may be appropriate for many adults, particularly those who prefer a less noticeable and removable treatment option. Suitability depends on the type and complexity of your orthodontic concerns and your ability to follow wear instructions.
Traditional braces are visible, but adults also have more discreet options, including clear or ceramic braces and clear aligners. The appropriate choice depends on your orthodontic needs as well as your aesthetic preferences.
In some cases, yes. Adults who experience orthodontic relapse may need a limited correction or more comprehensive treatment depending on how much the teeth have moved and whether bite concerns have also developed.
In some cases, yes. Adults who experience orthodontic relapse may need a limited correction or more comprehensive treatment depending on how much the teeth have moved and whether bite concerns have also developed.
Midtown Pediatric Dentistry is located at 347 5th Avenue, Suite 1210, New York, NY 10016, giving adults convenient access to orthodontic care in Midtown Manhattan. A central location can make recurring appointments easier to coordinate with work, commuting, personal commitments, and everyday life.
We welcome adults from communities throughout Manhattan, including the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, NoMad, Chelsea, and Gramercy. Whether you are considering braces, clear aligners, or comprehensive orthodontic treatment, Dr. Daniel Kim can evaluate your smile and discuss an approach based on your individual needs.
