How long does it take for braces to change?

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20/10/2026
The duration of braces for each person is different and depends on many different factors. In the following article, we will learn more about this issue in detail!

The duration of braces for each person is different and depends on many different factors. In the following article, we will learn more about this issue in detail!

How do teeth change through the stages of orthodontics? 

Each stage in the orthodontic process, the doctor will perform many different operations to achieve the purpose of treatment. In it, customers will notice changes in teeth and bite through the following 4 stages:

  • Stage I (2-6 months): arrange the position of the teeth on the jaw to the standard position;
  • Stage II (3-6 months): adjust the tooth axis;
  • Stage III (6-9 months): adjust the bite, move the teeth to a balanced position;
  • Stage IV (3-6 months): Maintain stable teeth stabilize, keep the bite in a standard and fixed position.

Thus, the minimum period of braces is 14 months, and the teeth will begin to change in the first 3 to 6 months.

How long is the duration of braces in children?

In the first stage, children from 8-10 years old are the period when children begin to replace baby teeth with permanent teeth. The purpose of braces at this stage is to correct misalignments and arrange space for the child's fixed teeth to grow in the correct position. 

This is a relatively stable stage of child development, most suitable for correcting dental discrepancies, preparing and making future dental treatment and adjustment simpler and faster.

The second stage is the development stage (12 - 16 years old). Children starting puberty is the period when the jaw bone develops the most. At this time, the doctor will rely on the child's development to adjust the jaw and face to make it beautiful, and arrange the teeth evenly on the jaw. 

If the child has been treated in stage 1, when the child is treated in stage 2, the possibility of having to have a tooth extracted is very small. In fact, teeth should not be extracted at an early stage. The doctor will wait for the child's development and then decide whether to extract the tooth at a later stage or not. If the tooth is extracted incorrectly, orthodontic treatment to correct it will be very difficult. 

If the child's teeth have developed normally, there is no need for further treatment in stage 2. If children get braces early, parents can observe changes in their teeth after the first 2 - 3 months. Thanks to the soft and easy-to-adjust jawbone, children's braces time is also shortened by 4 to 6 months compared to adults. 

How long does it take for adults to get braces?

With modern X-Matrix braces technology being applied at Lac Viet Intech Dental, braces for adults also become simpler and still highly effective. If you follow the correct regimen and instructions from your dentist, the time to remove braces will be faster and the braces process will be significantly shortened.

Normally, an average braces case will take a period of time ranging from 15 months to 24 months. In particular, teeth will change within the first 6 months. 

For more complicated cases such as overbite, overbite, crowded teeth, the time can last up to 36 months or longer. However, the orthodontic time depends on many factors such as the level of complexity, whether the teeth are aligned as expected, the patient's wishes, the patient's age, and accompanying treatments, if any.

The normal orthodontic time for cases that do not require tooth extraction will take about 18 months, in cases where teeth are extracted, about 24 months is enough to bring a beautiful smile.

In cases of impacted teeth, the orthodontic time may be longer. a little. On the contrary, in the case of orthodontics combined with porcelain tooth restoration, the time to complete orthodontics will be faster, about a few months to 1 year to complete.

 

Factors affecting the time of braces

How long braces last not only depends on the age of braces and each person's dental condition, but they also depend on some of the following factors:

  • Type of braces

Types of braces has the function of holding and pulling force, so the type of braces used will have different advantages and ability to straighten teeth.

For example, although traditional metal braces do not meet aesthetic needs, they have very good traction, helping teeth to be shaped and stabilized faster. Invisalign invisible tray braces are considered a braces solution that meets the highest aesthetic standards, suitable for adults due to the nature of daily work communication, but the braces time is longer.

  • Teeth misalignment 

The braces time is also directly affected by the degree of tooth movement and misalignment. If the tooth misalignment is mild and the jawbone base is strong, the time for braces will be shortened. If the bones are weak and the teeth are misaligned, the time to wear braces and retainers will be longer.

  • Be aware of oral hygiene

Oral hygiene also greatly affects the time spent wearing braces. Proper oral hygiene can help reduce braces time. On the contrary, improper cleaning not only causes dental diseases such as plaque on the braces, bad breath, gingivitis, etc. It will also cause the braces to fall off easily or affect tooth enamel, gums and oral health. From there, the braces time will be longer.

  • Eating habits and nutrition regimen 

Diet habits and diet will greatly affect the braces time. It is necessary to avoid eating foods that are too hard, chewy, flexible, eating foods that are too hot or too cold, stimulants, alcohol or carbonated drinks to not affect the movement process and help the teeth become more stable on the jaw.

In addition, during the braces process, the treatment person needs to carry out examinations according to the doctor's appointment schedule to ensure that the teeth are monitored and adjusted promptly if there is an unexpected shift, helping to complete the braces process on schedule.

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Currently, Lac Viet Intech Dental Clinic is applying modern X-Matrix braces technology, which allows predicting orthodontic results with up to 99.9% accuracy, eliminating the risk of complications and causing no pain. Customers who need to find out information related to braces services can contact hotline 19006421 for free consultation! 

 

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