Braces can be worn for treatment from the age of 8 till you the time have good healthy teeth. The treatment timing and duration depends on the nature of problem. May extend for few months or upto 18 months. Consult an orthodontist for precise details.
Clips (braces) can be put at any age. Based on the condition like spaces between teeth or forwadly placed teeth, the duration of the treatment may range from 1to 1 and half year. And after that a device called retention appliance which is invisible should be worn for 6 months.
You have various options that include
- metal braces
- ceramic braces ( white )
- invisible braces.
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