How long does treatment take?

Treatment times vary widely depending upon a number of variables. More difficult cases, in general, take longer. The rate and direction of jaw growth and tooth eruption can have a significant impact on treatment times. Another important variable is patient cooperation. The average case takes approximately 24 months to complete. Some cases can take as little as six months, other more complicated cases can take as long as 36 months. The best way to determine treatment time is to schedule an orthodontic evaluation.

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