How long does it take to remove braces?
On One Hand: It Depends on Your TeethThe length of time that braces will have to remain on your teeth depends on the severity of the problem that needs to be fixed. According to Medicinenet.com, the amount of room available in your mouth for the teeth to be corrected, the distance they have to travel, the gums and the supporting bone all play important roles in the time it takes for braces to work.On the Other: The Average Time is Two YearsAccording to KidsHealth.org the average length of time that braces may remain is two years. Afterward you will have to take special care of your teeth and wear a retainer so your teeth do not go back to their old, crooked positions.Bottom LineOn average, it should take two years until your braces are removed. If you have severely crooked teeth or other extenuating circumstances, it could take longer. KidsHealth.org says that after braces are removed, most people need to wear a retainer all day for at least six months to as long as two years.
