Braces are the optimal solution to help overcome the situation of protruding teeth that affect the bite, chewing ability as well as making oral hygiene difficult. The time it takes to brace protruding teeth depends on each specific case. From a general examination, the doctor will give the most appropriate treatment plan to help save time and money.
1. The best types of braces for protruding teeth today
To start treating protruding teeth, customers can choose one of the following types of braces:
1.1. Metal braces
This is a traditional method that has existed for a long time, using a system of metal wires and brackets fixed to the tooth surface to create a tightening force to help the teeth, including protruding teeth, move to the desired position on the jaw.
The wire will be fixed to the bracket with a specialized orthodontic elastic band, so it is very easy to come loose during the orthodontic process. This causes a lot of inconvenience and patients need to regularly visit the dentist to have it adjusted. In addition, the metal color is too different from the real tooth color, which is also the reason why many people hesitate to choose this method. However, the biggest advantage of metal braces is that they bring high efficiency in a short time thanks to the tightening force created in a stable and continuous manner.
Currently, metal braces have a price ranging from 30,000,000 – 45,000,000 VND/ 1 course
1.2. Ceramic braces
With the same operating mechanism as metal braces, this method also uses a bracket wire system to create a tightening force to help the teeth move to the correct position on the jaw, helping to overcome the misaligned bite that makes it difficult to chew. The difference is that the braces will now be made of ceramic material, the color can be adjusted to match the real teeth, bringing high aesthetics when wearing braces.
The cost of ceramic braces ranges from 40,000,000 – 50,000,000 VND/ 1 course.
1.3. Self-ligating braces
Self-ligating braces also use a system of archwires and brackets to help correct misaligned teeth, but the archwire will now be fixed on the bracket slot by an automatic sliding cover system. The orthodontic appliance can now be made of metal or ceramic depending on the customer’s needs. This structure allows the archwire to slide freely according to the movement of the teeth, which means that the tightening force will be created automatically, continuously and stably without the help of a doctor.
Self-ligating ceramic braces cost from 45,000,000 – 55,000,000 VND/ 1 course.
1.5. Invisalign clear braces
Invisalign clear braces are an orthodontic method that uses the most modern and advanced technology today. This method uses clear braces instead of traditional archwires and brackets. This orthodontic device also creates a sufficient and continuous force to help bring straight teeth.
The braces are made of high-quality transparent plastic with a design that fits snugly against the gums and hugs the teeth, ensuring maximum aesthetics throughout the braces process. Therefore, this is the optimal choice for people with high aesthetic demands because they often have to stand in front of crowds, meet customers,…
Completely overcoming the disadvantages of traditional orthodontic methods, Invisalign clear braces cost from 80,000,000 – 140,000,000 VND/ 1 course.
2. International standard braces procedure
The international standard braces procedure usually includes the following basic steps:
2.1. Examination and consultation
This is the first indispensable step in the orthodontic process. First, the doctor will conduct a general examination of the oral condition with the naked eye. Next, the patient will be X-rayed to obtain the most accurate data of the jaw.
2.2. Taking jaw impressions
From the results obtained, the doctor can advise on the treatment method as well as the specific price. After the customer chooses the appropriate solution, the jaw impression will be taken to serve the fabrication of orthodontic appliances.
2.3. Wearing braces
In case the customer has oral diseases such as periodontitis, tooth decay, …, they will be completely treated so that the braces process is most effective. After that, the doctor will fix the braces, archwires on the teeth or will instruct on how to use clear braces if the customer chooses the Invisalign braces method.
2.4. Re-examination
Throughout the orthodontic process, patients need to visit the dentist as directed by the doctor to check the movement of the teeth and adjust the tightening force of the arch wire accordingly. Usually, the doctor will schedule a re-examination once a month.
2.5. Wearing a retainer
After the teeth have returned to the desired position on the jaw, the braces will be removed and the customer needs to continue wearing a retainer for 1-2 years to fix the position of the teeth to avoid affecting the treatment results.
3. How long does it take to straighten crooked teeth?
Treatment of crooked teeth is divided into the following stages:
3.1. The first 2 – 6 months
This is the period of time during which oral diseases will be thoroughly treated to ensure the orthodontic process is safe. In addition, during the pre-orthodontic stage, you may have to have teeth extracted, spaced or placed in between as directed by your doctor.
Normally, after the first 3 months of wearing braces, customers can clearly see the change. All teeth, including crooked teeth, begin to move, causing certain changes in the face.
3.2. The next 3 – 6 months
This is the stage when the jaw has begun to take shape, the teeth continue to move but not as quickly as the first stage. This is the time when the bite begins to become more harmonious, the teeth gradually return to the correct position so that they are more even.
3.3. The last 6 – 9 months
At this time, the teeth will begin to have the final movement. The doctor will adjust the remaining small deviations to bring beautiful, even teeth. If there are no more problems with the teeth and bite, the doctor will order the removal of the braces and ask the customer to continue wearing a retainer for about 6 – 12 months.
Even though the teeth have moved to the ideal position, they can still easily move back to their old position, affecting the results of braces. Therefore, it is very important to persistently wear a retainer until the teeth are completely stable.
4. What factors does the time for braces for crooked teeth depend on?
The time for braces for crooked teeth varies from person to person, depending on the following factors:
4.1. Age of braces
Age is always the first factor that greatly affects the time of braces, the older the age, the longer it takes and vice versa. Accordingly, the ideal age to perform braces is from 12 to 16 years old when the permanent teeth have fully grown but the jawbone is still soft, so the orthodontic effects will be effective, so the time of braces usually lasts from 18 to 24 months.
In the case of customers starting braces from the age of 20, the teeth and jawbone are already firm and completely stable, so moving the position of the teeth and correcting the jawbone will certainly be more difficult, from there the orthodontic time will also be longer.
4.2. Condition of teeth that need braces
The time of braces for protruding teeth also depends on the degree of misalignment of the teeth. If only the misaligned teeth cause a slight misalignment of the bite, the time will be shorter. For more severe tooth misalignment, the time may last from 24 to 30 months.
In addition, in cases where the patient has oral diseases such as tooth decay, periodontitis, etc., it is necessary to spend more time on orthodontics to completely treat it. This is to ensure that the braces process is carried out safely and with the highest efficiency.
4.3. Orthodontic methods
Each orthodontic method has different characteristics, providing different advantages in terms of aesthetics or treatment time. Accordingly, choosing metal braces, although not ensuring aesthetics throughout the treatment process, can shorten the braces time by 3-6 months while still ensuring the best results.
5. Choose BIK International Dental Clinic to save time on braces
With a team of doctors and experts who are well-trained from basic to advanced in the field of maxillofacial surgery in general and braces – orthodontics in particular, BIK International Dental Clinic is always confident in its commitment to providing the best braces services and results. With more than 10 years of experience in the profession, doctors can perform techniques and operations in the most accurate way to help minimize pain during braces as well as save treatment time.
Not only focusing on people, BIK International Dental Clinic also focuses on investing in modern equipment and machinery to help the braces process take place quickly and absolutely safely. In addition, the Dental Clinic always updates the most advanced and modern braces technology to bring customers a satisfied and comfortable experience when using the service.
So how long it takes to brace buck teeth depends on many factors such as the age of braces, the condition of the teeth that need braces, … Accordingly, depending on each specific case, the doctor will give the most suitable treatment plan to save maximum time but still ensure the best orthodontic results.
