How long does Invisalign take?Invisalign is an immensely popular teeth-straightening method that avoids the discomfort and hassle of metal braces. However, how long does Invisalign take to do its work? Is it faster or slower than braces? Let’s find out. Average Invisalign Treatment TimeThe treatment course for Invisalign takes around 12 months for most adults, but the actual duration varies from person to person. Lots of patients see a noticeable difference after just two to three months of use. This variation in duration happens because it takes more time to correct more severe tooth problems, whereas smaller changes take place much faster. Crowded TeethInvisalign can fix a minor case of crowded teeth in as short a time as six months. More time is needed for more severe issues. However, Invisalign is ill-suited for severely misaligned teeth in general, so Dr. Raptou may prescribe another option in such cases. Gap ClosingThe shortest amount of time Invisalign needs to small gaps is eight weeks. However, gaps usually reopen if you don’t use orthodontic retention methods. To keep the gap shut after Invisalign treatment ends, consider getting a retainer. Time Differences for Adults and TeenagersInvisalign appears to take a bit longer for teenagers than it does for adults. This is likely due to the amount of time one must wear them, not because of the different structure of a younger mouth. In terms of how their mouths are structured, people differ widely. Some patients’ teeth move more readily than others. We can’t know for sure how your treatment will go until we begin it. Those are reasons that account for the variation in duration for Invisalign. However, know that you will prolong the treatment if you don’t wear the aligners for the required amount of time (which is at least twenty-two hours a day), even if the corrections you need are minor. Time Differences for Invisalign and BracesIn comparing Invisalign and Braces, we have observed the following:
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