How Long Do You Have to Wear Braces
When a patient learns that they need braces, they often ask several questions. One of the first questions they typically ask is, “how long will I need to wear braces?” While the average treatment typically lasts between 12-24 months, how long you have to wear braces ultimately depends on multiple factors. This blog will explain the top 4 determinants orthodontists use to assess the length of your braces treatment.
Your Jaw Alignment and How Crooked Your Teeth Are
Underbite and overbite can cause complications such as jaw pain or TMJ disorder. These can ultimately lead to more health side effects down the road. Depending on the severity of your teeth complications, your treatment plan timeline may be prolonged. Complications such as a misaligned jaw and crooked teeth call for a customized treatment plan since the severity of each situation can be vastly different from another. Contact your orthodontist to set up a consultation to figure out what orthodontic treatment plan will work best for you.
Your Hygiene and Personal Care Habits
Keeping up on your oral hygiene is of the utmost importance. Avoiding foods that can damage braces and prolong treatment is highly recommended. It may be tough to resist those sugary sweets, but we promise it will be worth it in the long run. Additionally, practicing proper care and maintenance of braces by following your orthodontist’s instructions. Consult your orthodontist or dentist for the best tips and tricks on how to take care of your teeth while having braces. Daily brushing and flossing is a key factor in practicing good oral hygiene.
How Old You Are When You Get Braces
Depending on when you get your braces, or at least start your orthodontic treatments, can affect how long you have to wear braces. While there’s no set age considered the best to get braces, one thing we recommend at Frey Orthodontics is to not let dental problems go untreated for long periods of time. If dental health or alignment problems are left untreated, it may be more difficult to correct later on down the road. Ignoring or prolonging dental complications that you notice at a younger age can impact how long you have to wear braces in the future.
The Type of Braces You Wear
From metal or clear braces to invisalign, it can be overwhelming to decide what kind of orthotic treatment is best for you. One factor to consider is the duration of your treatment may vary depending upon the kind of braces you decide to wear. It is important to consult with your orthodontist to find out what treatment options are available to you and how they may affect the length of care.
Find Something To Smile About With Frey Orthodontics
Frey Orthodontics has a talented team dedicated to providing you with the best orthodontic experience possible. If you would like more information on what your treatment journey and length may look like, get in touch with us. We are happy to answer any and all questions you may have. For additional readings make sure to check out the Frey Orthodontics Blog.
