--- title: Dental and Orthodontic Care Blog | adult orthodontics description: adult orthodontics | The Dental and Orthodontic Care Blog of Dr. Fred Salvatoriello of Hanover, New London and Claremont NH --- [![Fred W. Salvatoriello | New Hampshire Orthodontist](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-1306875926-png/images/FredWSalvatoriello_Logos.png?width=379&height=101&name=FredWSalvatoriello_Logos.png "Fred W. Salvatoriello | New Hampshire Orthodontist")](https://www.800saysmile.com) **CALL US AT: 800-729-7645** **LOCATE US AT:** **[HANOVER](https://info.800saysmile.com/family-orthodontics-hanover), [CLAREMONT](https://info.800saysmile.com/orthodontic-specialists-claremont), [NEW LONDON](https://info.800saysmile.com/orthodontist-office-new-london)** [![facebook](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/hub/150140/file-1272169984.png)](https://www.facebook.com/800SaySmile) [![twitter](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/hub/150140/file-1272169989.png)](https://twitter.com/800SaySmileDMD) [![yelp](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/hub/150140/file-1359158906.png)](http://www.yelp.com/biz/fred-w-salvatoriello-dmd-hanover) [![google+](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/hub/150140/file-1272169994.png)](https://plus.google.com/104302461440649989799?prsrc=3) ≡ # Dr. Sal Says - Everything you need to know about getting braces ## [Common Problems with Invisalign and Other Clear Aligners](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339421/Common-Problems-with-Invisalign-and-Other-Clear-Aligners) Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 7/1/14 10:06 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-584645051-jpg/images/patient_problems_with_invisalign.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339421/Common-Problems-with-Invisalign-and-Other-Clear-Aligners) Though braces have greatly gained popularity in the recent past, in days gone by, they were a thing to be avoided. No one wanted a mouth full of metal. Even now, braces aren't the first choice for many; nearly everyone wishes they were born with a mouth full of perfect, straight and white teeth.  There are a few alternatives to traditional metal braces. Clear aligners like Invisalign and ClearCorrect are great for patients that have mild issues and teeth that are slightly crooked. These aligners are removable and most of the time, no one knows you have them. However, there are several problems with Invisalign and other clear aligners; use the following information to help you determine which solution is right for your needs.  [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339421/Common-Problems-with-Invisalign-and-Other-Clear-Aligners) Topics: [orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/orthodontics), [braces](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/braces), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) ## [Why You Need a Local Orthodontist When You Have Braces in College](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339362/Why-You-Need-a-Local-Orthodontist-When-You-Have-Braces-in-College) Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 4/22/14 8:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-585732697-jpg/images/braces_in_college.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339362/Why-You-Need-a-Local-Orthodontist-When-You-Have-Braces-in-College) [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339362/Why-You-Need-a-Local-Orthodontist-When-You-Have-Braces-in-College) Topics: [braces](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/braces), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) ## [Three Important Reasons to Consider Braces as an Adult](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339350/Three-Important-Reasons-to-Consider-Braces-as-an-Adult) Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 3/27/14 9:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-577262929-jpg/images/getting_braces_as_an_adult.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339350/Three-Important-Reasons-to-Consider-Braces-as-an-Adult) [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/339350/Three-Important-Reasons-to-Consider-Braces-as-an-Adult) Topics: [braces](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/braces), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) ## [Get Straight Teeth at Any Age](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/328006/Get-Straight-Teeth-at-Any-Age) Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 12/23/13 3:05 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-405791357-png/images/keep_calm_and_smile.png) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/328006/Get-Straight-Teeth-at-Any-Age) ** The straight story on adult braces is that it’s likely a more popular phenomenon than you realized.** [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/328006/Get-Straight-Teeth-at-Any-Age) Topics: [braces](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/braces), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) ## [Breaking Down the Types of Braces for Adults Seeking Camouflaged Care](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/327998/Breaking-Down-the-Types-of-Braces-for-Adults-Seeking-Camouflaged-Care) Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 12/16/13 3:01 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-405046921-jpg/images/a_likeable_orthodontist.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/327998/Breaking-Down-the-Types-of-Braces-for-Adults-Seeking-Camouflaged-Care) ** There are more options available for low-profile orthodontic treatment than ever before.****** [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/327998/Breaking-Down-the-Types-of-Braces-for-Adults-Seeking-Camouflaged-Care) Topics: [frequently asked questions](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/frequently-asked-questions), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) ## [Straight Teeth Provide More Than Just A Pretty Smile](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/322715/Straight-Teeth-Provide-More-Than-Just-A-Pretty-Smile) Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 11/7/13 9:39 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-363119521-jpg/images/tooth_power_pic-resized-600.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/322715/Straight-Teeth-Provide-More-Than-Just-A-Pretty-Smile) #### Health benefits abound for adults seeking to straighten their smile If your smile is a fixer-upper and you’re older than a teenager, you may have thought that it wasn’t worth your time or money to pursue straight teeth through orthodontic treatment. [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/322715/Straight-Teeth-Provide-More-Than-Just-A-Pretty-Smile) Topics: [frequently asked questions](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/frequently-asked-questions), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics), [straight teeth](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/straight-teeth) ## [Straightening Teeth Isn’t Just For Kids Anymore](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/322713/Straightening-Teeth-Isn-t-Just-For-Kids-Anymore) Posted by [Dr. Sal](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/dr-sal) on 11/5/13 12:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-361605748-png/images/will_farril_just_likes_to_smile-resized-600.png) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/322713/Straightening-Teeth-Isn-t-Just-For-Kids-Anymore) ### More and more adults are finding the perfect smile through orthodontic treatment When you think about someone sitting under the lamp of an orthodontist, you’re probably picturing a kid. [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/322713/Straightening-Teeth-Isn-t-Just-For-Kids-Anymore) Topics: [crooked teeth](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/crooked-teeth), [healthy smile](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/healthy-smile), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) ## [How to Fix Your Smile Without Going Broke](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/297923/How-to-Fix-Your-Smile-Without-Going-Broke) Posted by [Natalie Ripoli](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/natalie-ripoli) on 6/14/13 3:03 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-66073546-jpg/images/id-100147356.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/297923/How-to-Fix-Your-Smile-Without-Going-Broke) [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/297923/How-to-Fix-Your-Smile-Without-Going-Broke) Topics: [orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/orthodontics), [healthy smile](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/healthy-smile), [cost of orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/cost-of-orthodontics), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) ## [Other options for straightening teeth](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/154374/other-options-for-straightening-teeth) Posted by [George White](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/george-white) on 5/24/12 7:16 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-17923227-jpg/images/straightening_teeth_-_are_there_other_options.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/154374/other-options-for-straightening-teeth) Braces are the go-to method for most teeth straightening challenges. Why? Because they work. New methods, materials, and innovations have changed the way that braces look and feel over the years. But no matter what form they take, braces are proven orthodontic technology that dates back almost 200 years. [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/154374/other-options-for-straightening-teeth) Topics: [braces](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/braces), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics), [straight teeth](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/straight-teeth) ## [5 Reasons for Getting Braces for You or Your Child](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/144344/5-Reasons-for-Getting-Braces-for-You-or-Your-Child) Posted by [George White](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/author/george-white) on 5/9/12 8:55 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/file-17918806-jpg/images/getting_braces_for_straight_healthy_teeth.jpg) ](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/144344/5-Reasons-for-Getting-Braces-for-You-or-Your-Child) While most people think orthodontic treatment is done mostly for purely cosmetic benefits, there are several reasons why [getting braces for straighter teeth](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/328006/Get-Straight-Teeth-at-Any-Age) might be important to the health and lifestyle of you or your child. [Read More](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/bid/144344/5-Reasons-for-Getting-Braces-for-You-or-Your-Child) Topics: [dental health](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/dental-health), [braces](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/braces), [adult orthodontics](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/topic/adult-orthodontics) [All posts](https://www.800saysmile.com/blog/all) ![Dr.Sal_photo_2012](https://www.800saysmile.com/hs-fs/Dr.Sal_photo_2012.jpg?width=150&name=Dr.Sal_photo_2012.jpg "Dr.Sal_photo_2012") ### Dr. Sal Says Dr. Salvatoriello brings healthy, beautiful smiles to New Hampshire and Vermont. For nearly 40 years, adults and children have relied on Dr. Sal for compassionate care using the latest techniques. This blog allows us to share Dr. Sal's expertise with everyone, not just his patients. Find out everything you need to know about healthy smiles and how orthodontic treatment can help, then schedule your initial appointment to become one of "Dr. Sals' Pals." 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