Yes, Adults Get Braces - Orthodontics for Adults in Everett, WA
Around one in four orthodontic patients is an adult. Teeth move at any age, so the question isn’t whether treatment works, it’s whether it’s worth it for you. Planned by a board-certified orthodontist. Trusted by Everett families with 330+ reviews, 4.9 stars on Google.
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The Honest Answer
Is It Worth Getting Braces as an Adult?
Sometimes yes, sometimes no, and it depends what’s bothering you.
Worth doing if:
- Crowding is making teeth hard to clean, which leads to decay and gum problems
- A bad bite is causing jaw pain, wear, or difficulty chewing
- Teeth have shifted since previous treatment
- The way your teeth look genuinely bothers you, and has for a while
The Other Side
Probably Not Worth It If
- The issue is minor and doesn’t affect function
- You’re weighing it against treatment you actually need first
- You know you wouldn’t wear aligners consistently and don’t want fixed braces
We’ll give you a straight answer at the consultation. If we think the result wouldn’t justify the time and cost, we’ll say so.
Your Orthodontist
Planned by a Specialist
Dr. Keyvan Sohrabi is board certified, trained at the University of Washington with advanced degrees from Harvard and McGill. He plans and delivers the treatment, in the same practice as your general dentist.
What to Expect
The Downsides Nobody Mentions
Treatment takes longer in adults. Bone has finished growing, so teeth move more slowly than in a teenager. Expect 18 to 30 months for a typical case rather than 12 to 18.
The first week of each stage is uncomfortable. Not painful, but there’s pressure and tenderness.
Existing dental work complicates things. Crowns, implants and bridges don’t move like natural teeth, and implants don’t move at all. That has to be planned around.
Gum health has to be good first. Moving teeth through unhealthy gum tissue makes things worse. If there’s gum disease, that gets treated before orthodontics starts.
Retainers are permanent. Adult teeth drift back more readily. You’ll wear a retainer at night indefinitely.
None of that is a reason not to do it. It’s a reason to go in knowing what you’re agreeing to.
Your Options
Aligners, Ceramic or Metal
Clear aligners. Removable, barely visible. Suits mild to moderate cases and adults who want treatment to be discreet. Requires wearing them 20 to 22 hours a day.
Ceramic braces. Fixed, but tooth-colored rather than metal, so much less noticeable than traditional braces. Handles cases aligners can’t.
Metal braces. The most economical and most effective for complex movement. Less discreet, but nothing depends on remembering to wear them.
Cost & Payment
What Do Adult Braces Cost?
Adult treatment often costs more than a teenager’s because it takes longer and cases are more complex. You’ll get a written estimate at your consultation.
What affects the price:
- How much movement is needed and how long treatment runs
- Aligners, ceramic, or metal
- Whether existing dental work needs planning around
- Whether gum treatment is needed first
Will Insurance Cover It?
Many adult dental plans include orthodontic coverage, though some restrict it to under-19s. Where it’s covered, it’s usually a lifetime maximum rather than annual. We’ll check yours before you commit.
Please note: We do not accept DSHS, Apple Care, Apple Health, or Provider One dental insurance plans.
Paying the Balance
We offer financing through CareCredit.
Not sure whether it’s worth it?
Come in and Dr. Sohrabi will look at your teeth and tell you honestly whether treatment would be worth the time and cost.
Your Orthodontist
Who Plans Your Treatment
All orthodontic treatment here is planned and delivered by our board-certified orthodontist, in the same practice as your general dentist.
Orthodontist
Orthodontic training at the University of Washington, with advanced degrees from Harvard and McGill. Board certified, and published in the American Journal of Orthodontics.
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Icon Dental Center – Everett
Address:
1820 100th Pl SE Suite B, Everett, WA 98208, United States
Phone:
(425) 337-2400
Hours:
Mon, Tues, Thu: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat, Sun & Fri: Closed
Faq's
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Teeth move at any age, and around a quarter of orthodontic patients are adults. What changes with age is speed, not whether it works.
Usually 18 to 30 months, longer than for a teenager because bone has stopped growing. Simple cases can be quicker.
Clear aligners are barely visible. Ceramic braces are tooth-colored and much less obvious than metal. Metal braces are noticeable, and cost less.
Usually, with planning. Crowns move like natural teeth. Implants don’t move at all, so treatment is designed around them. Dr. Sohrabi will assess what’s possible.
Some adult plans include orthodontics, others limit it to under-19s. Where covered, it’s usually a lifetime maximum. We’ll check your specific plan.
Yes, at night. Adult teeth drift back more readily than a teenager’s, and a retainer is what holds the result.
Last updated: September 2026