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I was told that I'd be in braces for around 24 months (for moderate crowding and a slight overbite). According to most people I've spoken with, their orthodontist also estimated treatment time at 24 months.
So, my question is: Is 2 years just the standard estimate for EVERY case?
I know that the actual amount of time varies for everyone, but I'm honestly terrified that my ortho just used 24 months as an easy, common estimate, and that I'll actually be imprisoned for LONGER!
☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮ ~Top metal braces went on October 6, 2011 ~Bottom metal braces on June 3, 2012 ☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮
24 month sentences are very common, but not the standard estimate for every case...
Some of my friends also have braces and one got an estimate of 30 months and another 12 months. So it really depends, my estimate was 20-28 months and I think that was reasonable.
Hope that helps,
LoveOrtho
Braced since September 25th 2009! Deband date: February 7th 2012 Getting retainer: February 9th 2012
24 month sentences are very common, but not the standard estimate for every case...
Some of my friends also have braces and one got an estimate of 30 months and another 12 months. So it really depends, my estimate was 20-28 months and I think that was reasonable.
Hope that helps,
LoveOrtho
This was helpful. So you've had yours on for 2 years now? How are things looking for you? Do you think your estimate was accurate?
Thanks!
Sky
☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮ ~Top metal braces went on October 6, 2011 ~Bottom metal braces on June 3, 2012 ☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮
My case isn't actually that difficult, but ya, my estimate was pretty accurate... My teeth were straight by like the 7 or 8 month mark, its my bite that was a bit difficult. I'm not completely sure but I should be getting my braces off soon, next appt. in 9 days!
Your welcome,
LoveOrtho
Braced since September 25th 2009! Deband date: February 7th 2012 Getting retainer: February 9th 2012
Can't wait until I look in the mirror and see straight teeth! Good luck with your appointment! I hope all goes well!
☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮ ~Top metal braces went on October 6, 2011 ~Bottom metal braces on June 3, 2012 ☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮☮
I would say yes, the average estimated time is about 24 months (From what I've read). I was given an estimated time of 24 months, but I will have my braces off in about 2 months. So it all depends on the person. I had an overbite and mild to moderate crowding as well as a crossbite.
I would also agree that 24 months is common but it really just depends on the case. My estimated treatment time is 30 months. Hoping they'll come off sooner but won't get my hopes up.
So you've had yours on for 2 years now? How are things looking for you? Do you think your estimate was accurate? 
Good luck with your appointment! I hope all goes well!
