to get rid of an overbite
2006-07-22 17:28:53 · 12 answers · asked by jesse 2 in Health ➔ Dental
cuz my teeth arent crooked or have gaps
2006-07-22 17:32:44 · update #1
usually the average is anywhere from 9 months to 2 years. it depends on how bad the overbite is and how efficient your orthodontist may be.
2006-07-22 17:30:50 · answer #1 · answered by PreviouslyChap 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I have had my braces for 2 years and 7 months this month. I wont get them taken off until like Sept. cause I still have an overbite and need to use rubber bands. Just ask your orthodontist and good luck
2006-07-23 00:36:40 · answer #2 · answered by bubbles06031990 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it totally depends on the severity of the overbite and how long it takes to correct it...could be as short as a year, could be 2 or 3 years....and if the bite isn't that bad, you may only need a retainer. Talk to your dentist.
2006-07-23 00:32:01 · answer #3 · answered by kansas8099 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the set date is: 18months
then in actual depending on how bad your teath are
it can actually only take up to 5months so you dont have to keep counting down the days and gettings stressed about them,
& once they come off you will have to wear a retainer for at least 1-2 years.
the retainer can be put in at night and you can walk around at day time & eat all you like no pain or lower confidence because of the metal covering your teath
hope this makes you all feel better. ^_^
2006-07-25 19:22:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go ask your orthodontist. Usually it's between a year and a half to 2 years. if the overbite is really exaggerated, possibly four years. if you do get braces [if you don't already have them] make sure you do your rubber bands everyday even if it's horrific looking. It really helps.
2006-07-23 00:32:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends how severe - but I would think an overbite, may be at least 2 years.
2006-07-23 00:32:28 · answer #6 · answered by Robsthings 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on how bad your teeth are. i think you can have them for up to 2 years or longer.
2006-07-23 00:34:18 · answer #7 · answered by girliegirl26 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on who bad it is and who your orthodontist is. I would guess eight months to a year.
2006-07-23 00:31:28 · answer #8 · answered by ekaty84 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your orthodontist should be able to tell you how many months they have estimated it should take to fix your problem, best bet is to ask them.
2006-07-23 00:43:53 · answer #9 · answered by jojo8 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had mine for two years but I know some people who had to have 'em longer...just wait till you get your retainer...
2006-07-23 00:32:22 · answer #10 · answered by speedydasher47 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋