What is Adult Orthodontics?
Adults can straighten teeth at any age as long as teeth and gums are healthy. Most adults choose Invisalign or clear braces for a discreet look, and our board-certified orthodontists also offer MARPE/MSE expansion for narrow upper jaws — an option that once required surgery for adults.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Andrey Gaiduchik, DDS · Updated October 2026
What to expect, step by step
- Step 1
Consultation
Talk through your goals, timeline and budget with an orthodontist.
- Step 2
Digital scan & records
iTero scan and X-rays build your plan.
- Step 3
Choose your option
Invisalign, clear braces or expansion — explained in plain English.
- Step 4
Treatment
Brief visits every 6–10 weeks.
- Step 5
Retain
Retainers keep your results for life.
How it compares
| Invisalign | Clear braces | MARPE/MSE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Straighten teeth | Straighten teeth | Widen upper jaw |
| Visibility | Nearly invisible | Low | Inside the palate |
| Often paired with | Attachments | — | Braces or Invisalign |
Cost and financing
Our team will go over the cost of your treatment and every payment option before you start. We accept most major credit cards and insurance plans, offer interest-free in-house financing, low down payments and monthly plans, and Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal is accepted — come in for an evaluation to see if treatment could be covered.
- Free consultation
- Interest-free in-house financing
- Most insurance accepted
- Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal accepted
Find out if Adult Orthodontics is right for you.
Free evaluations for kids 7+, interest-free payment plans and seven offices across the Sacramento Valley.
Adult Orthodontics FAQs
Am I too old for braces?
No. Many of our patients are adults, and healthy teeth can be moved at any age.
Will people notice?
Invisalign is nearly invisible and clear braces blend in with your teeth.
My teeth shifted after braces as a kid. Can you help?
Yes. Invisalign Touch-Up often fixes minor shifting in as little as 6 months.
What is MARPE?
Miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion widens a narrow upper jaw in adults without surgery in many cases.
Does insurance cover adult orthodontics?
Some plans do. Our team will check your benefits and help with claims.
How long does adult treatment take?
Anywhere from about 6 months for minor fixes to 24 months for complex bites.
Ask Legendary about Adult Orthodontics
Your first visit is a free consultation.
Free evaluations for kids 7+, interest-free payment plans and seven offices across the Sacramento Valley.