I’ve heard many people say that orthodontic treatment becomes more difficult as you get older. Doctor, could you please tell me whether it is possible to get braces at age 28, whether that is considered too late, and whether the results are less effective compared to getting braces earlier?

Doctor, I am 25 years old and have only recently been able to afford orthodontic treatment, so I am a bit concerned. I would like to know whether getting braces at age 25 is advisable, whether the results can still be effective, and whether you have any advice for people undergoing orthodontic treatment at this […]

I have bunny teeth, so I feel quite self-conscious when smiling. I would like to ask the doctor whether bunny teeth can be corrected with braces, and if I undergo orthodontic treatment, will braces change my facial appearance or alter the unique features of my face?

The other day while eating, I accidentally swallowed an orthodontic elastic band, and I was very frightened. Doctor, could you please tell me whether swallowing orthodontic elastics is dangerous, whether it can affect the digestive system, and what the safe way to handle this situation is?

I am interested in crystal braces because they appear quite transparent and less noticeable. Doctor, could you please tell me how much crystal braces cost, and approximately what the latest updated 2026 price list is so that I can prepare financially?

Doctor, could you please explain what Sapphire braces are? I’ve heard many people say they are more aesthetic, but they are also more expensive. I would like to know whether Sapphire brackets are better than ceramic brackets, and for a moderate degree of tooth misalignment like mine, which option would be more suitable?

Hello doctor, during my consultation I heard about Minivis braces, also known as orthodontic mini-implant anchorage. I am quite concerned and would like to ask what Minivis braces are, where these mini-implants are placed, and when mini-implants are mandatory during orthodontic treatment. Does the placement of mini-implants have any long-term effects on the jawbone?

I was advised by a dental clinic to use 3M UGSL braces, which are said to be a premium orthodontic system from the United States. Doctor, could you explain what 3M UGSL braces are, and what their advantages and disadvantages are compared to other types of braces?

My front teeth are slightly misaligned. Although they do not significantly affect chewing, they are quite unaesthetic. Doctor, may I ask how long it takes to correct misaligned front teeth with braces, and what factors affect the treatment duration in this case?

I am currently at the age for mandatory military service, but I am also planning to get braces. Doctor, may I ask whether people wearing braces are still required to perform military service, and under current regulations, can orthodontic treatment be considered a reason for deferment or exemption?

After each adjustment appointment, I experience significant tooth soreness, especially when chewing. I would like to ask whether tooth soreness during orthodontic treatment is normal, how long this condition usually lasts, and whether there are any effective ways to relieve the discomfort at home.

During my orthodontic treatment, I have been scheduled for regular follow-up appointments. I would like to ask how often orthodontic patients should have follow-up visits, and why these appointments are important. If I miss a scheduled follow-up visit, will it affect the outcome of my orthodontic treatment?