Airway-Focused Orthodontics for Adults | Citrus Heights CA
Adult orthodontics that considers jaw relationships, dental arches, bite, oral function and breathing-related concerns. Visit DeLurgio Orthodontics near Sacramento.
Airway-Focused Orthodontics for Adults
Orthodontic Care Doesn’t End With Growth
Adults can benefit from an orthodontic evaluation at any stage of life.
While adults are no longer experiencing the same facial growth as children, the relationship between the teeth, jaws, bite and surrounding oral structures remains important.
At DeLurgio Orthodontics, Dr. Andrea DeLurgio takes these relationships into account when evaluating adult patients.
What Does Airway-Focused Mean for Adults?
For an adult, an airway-focused orthodontic evaluation may consider:
- Jaw relationships
- Dental arch width and shape
- Palatal anatomy
- Tooth position
- Crowding
- Bite relationships
- Tongue space
- Oral posture
- Mouth breathing
- Sleep-related breathing concerns
Orthodontic treatment can correct many dental and bite problems, but it is important to distinguish orthodontic care from medical treatment for sleep disorders.
If you have symptoms such as loud snoring, witnessed pauses in breathing, gasping during sleep or significant daytime sleepiness, medical evaluation may be appropriate.
Your Smile Is Only Part of the Picture
Many adults seek orthodontic treatment because they want straighter teeth.
Others are concerned about crowding, an uncomfortable bite, shifting teeth or changes that have occurred since previous orthodontic treatment.
Dr. DeLurgio takes the time to understand why you are seeking treatment and what you hope to accomplish.
Depending on your individual needs, treatment may involve Invisalign, braces, expansion or another orthodontic approach.
Coordinated Care When Needed
Breathing and sleep concerns can involve medical, dental and anatomical factors.
When appropriate, DeLurgio Orthodontics can recommend that patients discuss concerning symptoms with their physician, ENT, sleep specialist or other healthcare provider.
Our role is to provide a careful orthodontic evaluation and determine how orthodontic treatment fits into the bigger picture.
A Thoughtful Approach to Adult Orthodontics
Your orthodontic treatment should be designed around your anatomy, goals and needs—not around a one-size-fits-all treatment philosophy.
Dr. Andrea DeLurgio combines comprehensive orthodontic diagnosis with individualized treatment planning to help adults achieve a healthy, functional and confident smile.
Schedule your consultation at DeLurgio Orthodontics to learn more.
