How Long Will My Braces Treatment Take? Timelines Explained

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Introduction

“How long will I have to wear braces?”
It’s one of the first and most important questions we hear from our patients at Sabka Dentist.

The answer? It depends on your unique smile.
Let us break down what affects treatment time and how long it typically takes to achieve your dream smile.

Average Braces Treatment Timelines

Type of Case

Estimated Duration

Mild crowding or spacing

6–12 months

Moderate misalignment

12–18 months

Severe bite issues (overbite, etc)

18–24+ months

Combined jaw or skeletal issues

24–30+ months (may need surgery)

Average duration at Sabka Dentist:
12 to 18 months for most patients.

Factors That Affect How Long Braces Take

  1. Type of Braces You Choose
    • Metal Braces: Reliable & fast for most cases
    • Ceramic Braces: Slightly longer than metal
    • Self-Ligating Braces: May reduce treatment time by 2–3 months
    • Lingual Braces: Often take longer due to complexity
  2. Severity of Dental Issue
    • Gaps, crooked teeth, crowding, or bite issues all require different timeframes
  3. Age of the Patient
    • Younger patients (12–18 yrs) often see faster results due to ongoing jaw development
    • Adults may require a bit more time, especially for bite correction
  4. Patient Compliance
    • Regular appointments
    • Proper oral hygiene
    • Avoiding damage to brackets and wires
  5. Orthodontist Expertise & Monitoring
    1. At Sabka Dentist, our expert orthodontists monitor each case closely to optimize treatment time

Example Timelines: Real Patient Cases

Case 1 – Minor Crowding (Metal Braces)

Name: Anjali, 19
Duration: 10 months
Issue: Slight crowding in lower teeth
Result: Aligned with metal braces + retainers

Case 2 – Moderate Gaps + Overbite (Ceramic Braces)

Name: Ritesh, 27
Duration: 16 months
Issue: Front gap + deep bite
Result: Smile and bite correction with ceramic braces

Case 3 – Severe Crossbite (Self-Ligating Braces)

Name: Neha, 32
Duration: 22 months
Issue: Crossbite and rotated teeth
Result: Full correction with self-ligating braces and retainers

How Can You Speed Up Treatment?

  • Don’t miss appointments
  • Avoid eating hard or sticky foods
  • Follow cleaning and care instructions
  • Report broken wires or brackets ASAP
  • Wear retainers post-treatment to keep results intact

And What About Cost vs Time?

At Sabka Dentist:

  • Braces treatments start from ₹15,000
  • EMI options from ₹2,000/month
  • Faster treatments don’t always cost more — they depend on your case & braces type

Why Choose Sabka Dentist for Braces?

  • Trusted by over 1.6 million patients
  • Expert orthodontists in every clinic
  • Transparent pricing with 0% EMI
  • Modern clinics across Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Surat & Vadodara
  • Online consultations & digital monitoring available

Ready for Your Own Smile Makeover?

Schedule your free clear aligner consultation at Sabka Dentist today.
Let our experts help you visualize your dream smile — and achieve it, invisibly.

👉 Book Now | ☎️ Call: 9222233111 | 📍 Visit a Sabka Dentist near you

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