Anyone wearing brackets or clear trays has one big goal—brace-free teeth. At Superior Dental Health, patients often ask, “When will my braces come off?” The answer depends on many things, but a few clear rules will help you predict your finish line.

Most people at our Omaha office wear braces for 18-24 months. Mild spacing can finish in about a year, while complicated crowding may take closer to three years. Your dentist will give you a custom estimate after the first scan and update it at each checkup.

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• Age: Growing jaws in kids move teeth faster than fully set adult bones.
• Bite Problem: Tiny gaps close quickly; deep bites and twisted molars take longer.
• Appliance Type: Today’s slim metal brackets and clear aligners often work at similar speeds, but special wires can shave off a few weeks.
• Visit Schedule: Skipped appointments delay wire changes and slow progress.
• Home Care: Broken brackets or lost aligners add repair time.

• Keep every appointment—even five-minute wire checks matter.
• Wear rubber bands exactly as shown; missing a day can set you back.
• Brush and floss well; healthy gums let teeth glide more easily.
• Avoid sticky candy and hard snacks that snap brackets loose.
• Tell us about problems right away—early repairs save time later.

Ready for extra help? The team at Superior Dental Health offers texting support, quick repair visits, and clear progress tracking to keep you on the fastest path to a brace-free smile.

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Removal is quick and painless. A small tool squeezes each bracket so it pops free. We polish away glue, snap “after” photos, and take a scan for your retainer. You’ll walk out the same day with a smooth, gleaming smile.

Your teeth still need guidance while the bone firms up around their new spots. Wear the retainer as instructed—usually full-time for a few months, then nightly. This simple habit guards the time and money you invested.

Whether you’re just starting or counting the weeks to freedom, Superior Dental Health is here to guide you. Book a free braces consultation online and learn exactly where you stand on the road to a brace-free smile.