Making Sure Your Gums Are Ready for Braces or Aligners 
Before starting orthodontic treatment, it’s important to ensure your gums and supporting bone are healthy enough to guide teeth safely into their new positions. A pre-orthodontic periodontal evaluation helps identify potential concerns early — protecting your smile during treatment and long after it’s complete.
Why This Evaluation Is Important
Orthodontic treatment moves teeth through bone. If the gums or bone are thin, inflamed, or already compromised, tooth movement can increase the risk of gum recession or bone loss.
A periodontal evaluation helps:
- Protect gum and bone health
- Reduce the risk of recession
- Support smoother orthodontic treatment
- Improve long-term stability of your results
What We Look At During the Evaluation
Peak Periodontics & Implants will assess:
- The health and thickness of your gums
- Bone support around the teeth
- Areas that may be at higher risk during tooth movement
When Additional Care May Be Recommended
In some cases, your periodontist may recommend care before or during orthodontic treatment, such as:
- Strengthening thin gums
- Improving bone support
- Coordinating advanced procedures to help teeth move safely
These steps are designed to protect your oral health, not delay your orthodontic care.
Who Should Consider a Pre-Orthodontic Evaluation?
This evaluation is especially helpful for:
- Adults considering orthodontic treatment
- Patients with gum recession or thin tissue
- Individuals planning significant tooth movement
- Anyone who wants long-lasting, healthy results
A pre-orthodontic periodontal evaluation helps ensure your orthodontic treatment is built on a strong, healthy foundation — so your smile looks great and stays that way.
