The lenght of orthodontic treatment can vary a lot. Sometimes only one tooth or a small group of teeth has to be alligned, other times a full treatment is necessary, which takes much longer.

Growth and tissue response to treatment as well as the level of patient cooperation and compliance during their treatment must be taken into account either.

Orthodontic care requires a team approach in which the family dentist, the orthodontist and the patient play key roles that can impact the length of treatment and the quality of the end result. Generally, the length of comprehensive orthodontic treatment can range from approximately 6 months to 30 months, depending on treatment options and individual characteristics.