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Are There Any Options That Take Less Time Than Normal Braces?

I have a question about braces.

I just joined the military, and apparently TriCare will pay for braces, but I have to go through a long process to get them, and I don't really think I have time for that. I have been waiting a long time to get my teeth fixed, and I'm pretty self conscious about it.

I feel like the best option for me at this point would be to pay for them on my own. My only problem is, I don't know when I will get deployed and that would obviously hinder the treatment.

Are there any options that could take less time than normal braces (say, 6-8 months)?

Also are any of them more discreet than normal braces?

Thank you

posted on Mon, 21 Apr 2014
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Hello and welcome.
Thanks for sharing your concern.

After seeing your facial profile,the mode of treatment can be planned.

There are two options to correct malaligned teeth and jaw. one is surgical intervention which is rarely opted for.

The second one is ortho bands and braces.Though the process is time consuming but it gives good results.

Therefore please see your dentist for clinical evaluation.
Hope it helps.
Thanks.
Take care.
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Are There Any Options That Take Less Time Than Normal Braces?

Hello and welcome. Thanks for sharing your concern. After seeing your facial profile,the mode of treatment can be planned. There are two options to correct malaligned teeth and jaw. one is surgical intervention which is rarely opted for. The second one is ortho bands and braces.Though the process is time consuming but it gives good results. Therefore please see your dentist for clinical evaluation. Hope it helps. Thanks. Take care.