Can you request to get braces off?

After getting your braces on, it can take as little as a few months to several years for your braces to gently pressure your teeth to move into the correct position. When the time is right, your orthodontist will ask you to schedule an appointment to remove your braces.

Can you get your braces off earlier than expected?

On the plus side, though, there may be times when teeth move faster than anticipated, and the braces can come off sooner than expected!

Is it OK to 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.

How long does it take to get braces off your teeth?

The timescale for treatment is likely to be one of the biggest concerns. Patients want to know how long it will take to get their ideal smile so that brackets and wires can come off. It is typical for orthodontic treatment to take at least two years. Two and a half years is ideal.

Why can’t I eat with braces?

With braces, your teeth will shift and move, and you’ll find that you won’t be able to eat properly because of three main reasons. You won’t be able to bite into foods, because you’ve got rather blunt braces preventing you getting any good grip on food, and the fear of them snapping off your teeth to make you hesitate. (It’s a very You aren’t.

What to notice when you get your braces off?

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Do you need braces for your teeth?

Orthodontic concerns are at the root of your problem. Braces are the ideal way to correct issues with gaps, crowding, and a bite that is not in proper alignment. In order to correct orthodontic problems, your orthodontist will create a treatment plan that is a good fit for your teeth.