How long does orthodontic treatment take?
In general, active treatment time using braces ranges from one to three years. The treatment time depends significantly on the growth pattern and pace of growth of the patients mouth and face. Patient cooperation, severity of the dental malocclusion, and individual patient response to the treatment play an important role in determining the length of the treatment.
Treatment time (excluding retainers) is usually from 12 to 30 months. Actual treatment time can be affected by your age and the severity of the problem. Treatment length is also influenced by patient cooperation. Looking after your braces and keeping regular appointments are important to keep treatment on schedule. 2phase and early intervention treatments usually result in longer overall treatment times.
