by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 16, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysActive retainers use springs, screws, or elastics to gently move teeth 1-2mm, making them ideal for fixing minor relapse like small gaps, light crowding, or slight rotations without full retreatment.Wear your active retainer at least 10 hours daily during...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 16, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysMost patients wear braces for 12-24 months (typically 18-24), but mild cases can finish in 6-12 months while complex bite issues may require 24-36+ months depending on severity.Your treatment timeline is directly controlled by compliance: wearing rubber...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 16, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysMost orthodontic patients wear braces for 12-24 months on average, but your exact timeline depends on case complexity: mild cases take 6-12 months, moderate cases 12-24 months, and complex cases 24-36+ months.Patient compliance significantly affects...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 16, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysTreatment speed depends heavily on case complexity: mild crowding finishes in 6-12 months, while complex bite corrections take 24-36+ months, so realistic expectations require professional evaluation.Patient compliance is the single biggest factor in...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 16, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysTorres Orthodontics Miami Lakes is located at 16010 NW 57th Ave Suite 106 with weekday hours (8 AM-5 PM Mon-Fri) and offers free first consultations lasting 30-60 minutes to evaluate treatment options.Adult clear aligner treatment costs $3,000-$6,000 with...
