CONFIDENTSMILE - Cape Town

Treatment time with orthodontic appliances can range from one to three years. The actual time depends on the severity of the problem, the cooperation of the patient, and the growth of the patient's mouth and face. Some individuals respond faster to treatment than others, and minor problems may require less time. After the braces are removed, Dr. Shaikh recommends her patients to wear retainers to help keep the teeth in their new positions. Retainers are to be worn full time for one year, after which the amount of time worn each day can be gradually reduced until eventually worn just at night for as long as possible.