What's the longest for braces?

The average orthodontic treatment falls somewhere between 16-18 months, but can sometimes take as long as 24 months, or even more. Be wary of promises from anyone who says you can have a straight smile in only six months.

Can braces take 4 years?

The average amount of time for braces is between 1 and 3 years. But you may need them for a shorter or longer amount of time depending on your circumstances.

How long is too long to keep braces on?

The average orthodontic treatment plan is anywhere from 18 months to three years. It's different for everyone, but anything beyond a four-year treatment plan warrants getting second, third and fourth opinions.

Can braces take 12 months?

Most Common: 12 to 18 Months

The majority of the patients we treat wear braces between 12 and 18 months. Orthodontic appliances may need to be used to resolve any crowding of the teeth. There may also be slight issues with bite, such as an overbite or posterior cross-bite.

What is the shortest time to have braces?

The minimum time to wear braces can be as little as several months to fix a basic crooked tooth or spacing issue through to 36 months for both metal braces and ceramic braces.

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What color is best for braces?

Choose light blue, bronze, dark purple or subdued reds and pinks to complement lighter skin tones. Choose darker colors to make your teeth appear whiter. Watch out for lighter colors that could make your teeth look more yellow. Consider colors that complement or match your eyes.

Can braces fail?

While it's technically possible for braces to fail due to placement error, most instances of failure are caused by the user. It's not as though someone with braces will take deliberate action to make them fail, and failure is usually caused by inaction or ignoring specific aftercare instructions.

Do braces change your face?

With braces, the change to your face shape is a gradual one. It's less obvious in adults, whose skeletal features are already completely developed. During your orthodontic consultation, our Ottawa orthodontist, Dr. Charles Cohen, can pinpoint which areas, if any, might change once your teeth are properly aligned.

What happens if braces are not removed?

Bacteria, food particles, and plaque will accumulate around the little brackets that are glued straight to your teeth. If these are not removed, they may demineralize the enamel around the bracket and form cavities.

What happens if you leave braces on for 10 years?

If brackets remain in place for years, plaque could build-up in places that are hard to reach, eventually leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Some Brackets May Later Dislodge– Under normal circumstances, when a bracket dislodges, your orthodontist will reattach it.

Can I wear braces at 30?

So long as you have healthy teeth and gums, you can enjoy straighter teeth even if you're already in your 30s or 40s! In fact, there's no age limit to having your teeth straightened.

Are braces attractive?

Braces improve your overall appearance. By beautifully aligning your teeth, braces create an esthetically pleasing result that significantly boosts your attractiveness and self-confidence.

Do they whiten teeth after braces?

Depending on your oral health habits, your teeth might actually be darker if you had foods with dyes, tooth decay problems or didn't brush and floss often. If your teeth aren't white, don't fret! Most patients do teeth whitening after their braces to get their new straight smile sparkling.

Can I ask to take my braces off?

Braces can be removed early if a patient absolutely insists, but there are many downsides to this decision. For starters, incomplete treatment may leave your overall dental health and tooth alignment worse than it was before you started.

Are teeth perfectly straight after braces?

People hope to have a flawless smile after they have gone through orthodontic treatment. But sadly, it might not always be the case that your teeth are perfectly aligned even after you take your braces off. Despite having the best dentist, it is difficult to predict the exact outcome of any teeth straightening process.

Do braces give you bigger lips?

Braces can sometimes impact how your lips are positioned. Braces, on the other hand, provide little “buffer” between your teeth and your lips. As a result, during the treatment, you won't notice much of a change in the size or profile of your lips.

Do braces change your voice?

By altering the cavity space and shape in the mouth, your voice resonates differently. Thus, a few teeth shifting slightly, won't make a huge difference. However, long-term braces that entirely realign your jaw shape may create a slightly different tone.

Do guys like braces on a girl?

The answer is yes — guys find girls with braces attractive. Why? Someone finding you attractive is only a tiny bit related to whether or not he finds you physically stunning right off the bat. I know it's cliche to say that it's an inner thing — but it's true.

Can we kiss if we have braces?

It's completely fine if you're not ready for something as adventurous as kissing right away! When you feel ready, take it slow. Being gentle while kissing with braces is incredibly important for the safety of you and your partner. It's a good idea to start with closed lips.

Is it OK to have braces twice?

If you've worn braces before, and you're wondering if you can wear them again, the answer is yes! We've helped hundreds of patients to straighten their smile for a second time. If your teeth have shifted after braces, you're not alone.

Are braces 100% effective?

According to a recent study of orthodontic patients, the success rate of braces is around 100% in 12-16-year-olds and around 70% for adults aged 20-47 years.

Are braces painful?

Mild pain or discomfort is a normal side effect of wearing braces. But you should only feel the discomfort immediately after your orthodontist places or adjusts your braces or wires. The discomfort typically disappears within four days, and braces pain rarely lasts longer than a week.

What food can you not eat with braces?

Can you chew gum with braces?

Patients should not chew gum while they have their expander, but patients with traditional braces can chew gum if it is on the ADA (American Dental Association) approved list of sugar-free gums. These gums are sweetened by non-cavity causing sweeteners such as aspartame, sorbitol or mannitol.

Will I get a retainer after braces?

Your orthodontist will make your retainer at the end of treatment after the braces have moved the teeth into their desired position.