Do gaps from braces go away?

In many cases, gaps developing in your front teeth during treatment are normal adjustments, and the gaps will likely close on their own as you progress. Once the braces are removed, you will see there are no gaps.

Why is there a gap in my front teeth after braces?

A large muscle frenum often prevents the front teeth from coming together and therefore causing a space. After orthodontics is completed, the space between the front teeth is closed resulting in the muscle frenum being compressed.

How fast will my teeth move back after braces?

In that time, you can start to actually notice the changes in your teeth’s appearance as early as four weeks from being fitted. But two or three months is the average expectation.

Do teeth move after removing braces?

When you have braces, the teeth are held solidly in the position that our orthodontist wants; however, once the braces are removed, your teeth may shift without anything holding them together. Don’t worry – this is all part of the natural settling process.

Can retainers close small gaps after braces?

It is possible for a retainer alone to close gaps between teeth. So if an impression of your teeth is taken, the retainer is designed, and then you wear the retainer, it’s not going to move your teeth and close your gap unless the retainer is made to be smaller and in a different shape than your teeth are now.

Do teeth return to original position?

Changes in tooth position are a lifelong and naturally occurring phenomenon, and to maintain the result created by your orthodontic treatment, retainers must be worn. While small changes after treatment concludes are normal, retainers prevent teeth from going back to their original positions.

What to expect after removing braces?

After having braces removed, most people will be required to wear a retainer for some time afterwards to hold their teeth in the new positions. Your dentist may recommend wearing a retainer for a few years – or even indefinitely – but each patient’s case is different.