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How long do people generally have their braces on for?
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Varies: depends on the tooth position to start and where the desired ending position will be. Typically 18 - 24 months. Sometimes longer. Much depends upon compliance of the patient. Good luck.
Answered 1/31/2015
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Ask an orthodontist: The average is 2 years. Everyone's treatment is different, there are different types of braces and wires, and orthodontists have different treatment philosophies and techniques. Ask your orthodontist your time projection.
Answered 1/31/2015
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