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The role of braces How long should braces be worn?
The function of braces is mainly to correct teeth, help teeth arrange neatly and restore normal occlusion. The wearing time of braces varies according to individual circumstances. Generally, braces need to be worn for about 1-2 years, and the specific time depends on factors such as the degree of tooth deformity and age.

There are many kinds of braces, including steel braces, invisible braces, ceramic braces, self-locking braces and silicone braces. Different types of braces have slightly different wearing time and effect. For example, steel braces need to be adjusted in the hospital regularly, and invisible braces can replace them by himself. Ceramic braces and self-locking braces are more comfortable and adaptable.

The time of wearing braces depends on the degree of tooth deformity, age and other factors. Generally speaking, if the degree of tooth deformity is light, you only need to wear braces 1 year; If the degree of tooth deformity is serious, you need to wear braces for about 2 years. At the same time, age is also an important factor affecting the time of wearing braces. If you are young and your teeth are not mature, the correction time will be shorter. If you get older and your teeth are mature, the correction time will be relatively long.

In a word, wearing braces is an effective way to correct teeth, and the specific wearing time depends on individual circumstances. It is recommended that you choose the braces that suit you under the guidance of a doctor and wear and adjust them according to the doctor's advice. At the same time, we should pay attention to oral hygiene and eating habits to avoid oral problems caused by wearing braces.