Dental Braces (cont.)
How Long Will I Have to Wear Braces?
The time required for treatment varies from person to person, depending on
the severity of the problem; the amount of room available; the distance the
teeth must travel; the health of the teeth, gums, and supporting bone; and how
closely the patient follows instructions. On average, however, once the braces
are put on, they usually remain in place for 1 to 3 years. After braces are
removed, most patients will need to wear a retainer all the time for the first
6 months, then only during sleep for many years.
How Often Will I Need to See the Orthodontist During Treatment?
Your orthodontist will want to see you about every month or so in order to
make sure that the braces are exerting steady pressure on your teeth. To create
more tension and pressure on your teeth, your orthodontist will make
adjustments in the wires, springs, or rubber bands of your braces. In some
cases, braces alone aren't enough to straighten the teeth or shift the jaw. In
these situations, an external appliance, such as a headgear may need to be worn
at home in the evening or through the night.
Will Braces Cause Pain?
Some of the adjustments your orthodontist may make to your braces may make
your mouth feel sore or uncomfortable. When needed, over-the-counter pain
relievers like Motrin or Tylenol can help relieve the pain. If you always
experience a lot of pain after your braces are adjusted, talk to your
orthodontist about it; he or she may be able to make the adjustments a bit
differently.
Does the Age at Which I Get Braces Affect the Success of Treatment?
The mechanical process used to move teeth is the same at any age. So the
benefits of orthodontic treatments are available to both children and adults
who wish to improve their appearance and bite. The main differences between
treatments in adults and children is that certain corrections in adults may
require more than braces alone and the treatments may take longer because adult
bones are no longer growing.
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