“How long does it take for braces to close a gap?”

Closing a gap with braces is a fairly straightforward procedure in certain situations. In children under 11 traditional braces can be "segmented" to bring the front teeth together and keep them together until the permanent teeth such as the canines erupt around age 11. Once all the permanent teeth have erupted then a gap may need to be closed by full-arch braces. This process goes relatively quickly (5-9 months) until puberty and then slows down after all growth has occurred (has to do with the physiology of growth patterns). In adults you can sometimes use aligners (think "Invisalign") or traditional braces depending on your bite discrepancy. You would think that just putting a small elastic between the front teeth would move them together, but I don't recommend that since you would lose one gap between the central teeth and open 2 more by the lateral teeth! One quicker solution might be to simply put veneers or crowns on the front teeth to close all the gaps evenly. That in essence takes only two visits to your dentist! Much quicker than braces at approximately the same price!

The amount of time it takes for braces to close a gap depends on several factors, such as the size of the gap, the type of braces used, and how well you follow your orthodontist's instructions. Generally speaking, minor gaps can be closed within six months to a year with traditional metal braces. If the gap is larger or more severe, it may take up to two years or longer to correct.

In some cases, an orthodontist may recommend using clear aligners instead of metal braces. Clear aligners are designed to gently move teeth into their optimal positions over time. Depending on the severity of your case, you may need to use aligners for anywhere from six months to two years.

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It really depends on how much movement is needed to close the space. It
could be a very simple case that may only need a few clear aligners trays
like Invisalign, or may need to be a more comprehensive case. Talk to your
dentist about it and they should give you a good idea of the extent!

Adam Kwiatkowski DMD

Peakview Dentistry
1200 28th St. Ste 300 Boulder. CO
303-417-1644

This Depends on the causes of the gap and the way upper and lower teeth fit together as well as how your tongue rests against your teeth and also how your your lip attaches. Sometimes you need a combination of orthodontic movements and restorations if there is a size discrepancy. Spaces are the most prone for reopening as well. So please discuss with your Dentist or Orthodontist and be meticulous with your compliance with your appliances and your retainers. Good luck!

It depends on lots of factors

Closing the gaps depending on the root and bone structure can take 3 month to 2 years. Other way is closing the gaps with dental bonding, or porcelain veneers!
Dental Bonding is the same day procedure, and dental veneers is a 2 visit procedure and can be completed in a week!
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The time it takes to close a gap with braces depends on the size of the gap. A small gap can usually be closed in six to eight weeks, while a larger gap may take longer.