“How long do braces take to correct an overbite?”
I am a 29 year old male. I want to know how long do braces take to correct an overbite?
6 Answers
Hi,
8-24 months.
8-24 months.
It depends how severe your overbite is. Average treatment time being 12-18 months.
There is no definitive answer to this question. The reason is, every case and every overbite can vary in terms of the length of time of treatment with braces. Whereas one individual can wear braces for two years to correct his/her overbite, another case may take up to 3 years to correct their overbite. The length of treatment time is directly correlated to the amount of overbite you currently have.
There are various degrees of overbite. A very large overbite might even need surgical correction. However, a small overbite takes about 18 months to 24 months to correct, depending on the orientation of your teeth and other factors your orthodontist will inform you about, and usually a retainer needs to be worn for at least that amount of time thereafter. Every case is different, and your orthodontist will provide treatment options for you after carefully examining you and taking diagnostic impressions and dental radiographs. It is best to avoid home remedies using mail order devices as these can be ineffective or dangerous.
Approximately 11/2 to 21:2 years
In general, it takes about 12-20 months; however, everyone's teeth are different and it might take some longer, some shorter. Ask your orthodontist when you have the consultation to get a more accurate estimate on timeline!
