How Long Do Braces Last?

No. Braces are worn for a set period, not for life. Most braces treatment takes about 12 to 24 months, depending on how far your teeth need to move.

Teeth can move again after treatment. When your braces come off, teeth naturally try to drift back to where they were.

That is why retainers matter. A retainer holds your teeth in their new position. It is usually worn full-time at first, as advised, then mostly at night for the long term. Our Specialist Orthodontist, Dr Deepthi Chandran Rajeesh, fits new retainers and replaces lost or broken ones.

US$5,000 is about AED 18,360. Whether that is a lot depends on what the price includes and how complex your treatment is. The main things that change the cost of braces are:

• Type of braces. Metal braces, self-ligating braces and Invisalign® clear aligners are each priced differently.
• How complex the case is. A small gap needs less tooth movement than severe crowding or a bite that needs correcting.
• How long treatment takes. Longer treatment usually means more adjustment visits.
• Retainers after treatment. Your plan explains which retainers you need and their cost.
• Treatment needed first. X-rays, a filling, a cleaning or an extraction are separate treatments with their own prices.

At Best Dentist in Al Rigga, braces start from AED 499. The full price is given in writing after your orthodontic assessment, before treatment starts. Self-ligating braces and Invisalign® are priced after the assessment. See all our prices or read our braces cost guide.

You can pay with Tabby in 4 interest-free payments, subject to Tabby approval, or spread the cost with Tamara. We can also check whether your dental insurance covers orthodontic treatment.

There is no single number, because everyone feels it differently. The feeling is usually pressure or an ache rather than sharp pain.

Teeth often feel sore for a few days after braces are fitted and after adjustments. The brackets can also rub your cheeks and lips while you get used to them. These simple steps usually help:

• Soft foods. Choose foods such as yoghurt, soup and pasta for the first few days.
• Pain relief. Over-the-counter pain relief, taken as directed on the pack.
• Orthodontic wax. A small piece over a bracket that rubs protects your cheek or lip.

If a bracket breaks or a wire pokes, message us on WhatsApp for advice and to arrange an appointment. Please do not try to adjust or remove it yourself.

Braces work over months, not days. Gentle, steady pressure moves your teeth gradually, and the wire is checked and changed at adjustment visits, usually every 4–8 weeks.

Most braces treatment takes about 12 to 24 months. A small gap may need less time, while severe crowding or a bite that needs correcting can take longer. If you are considering Invisalign® clear aligners, many cases take about 6 to 18 months.

Your own timeline depends on your teeth and bite. Dr Deepthi gives you an estimate at your orthodontic assessment, together with the full price.