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Reasons for a Prolonged Braces Treatment

Reasons for a Prolonged Braces Treatment

Three Reasons Your Orthodontic Braces Are Still On

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The eagerness and expectation of waiting to finally get your orthodontic braces off can almost be overwhelming. It’s likely the most frequent question that orthodontic patients have – ‘When are my braces coming off?’ There are several different reasons why an orthodontist specialist may choose to keep braces on a particular patient for a bit longer. Also, it’s critical that the patient listens and keeps their orthodontic appliance on as prescribed by their specialist for the proper amount of time in order to ensure success.

Generally, most orthodontists who prescribe different types of braces offer a timeframe surrounding the length of time the appliance needs to be worn and approximately when it will come off. So, if the original removal date has come and gone, you are probably wondering why you’re still wearing braces. Here are a few reasons why they may still be on.

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