SmileSolutions Orthodontists - Serving our community since 1969

Most orthodontic treatments take between 18-24 months, though treatment time varies based on individual needs. Simple teeth alignment cases might take as little as 6 months, while more complex cases involving bite correction or jaw repositioning can take up to 30 months. Your commitment to following your orthodontist’s instructions—whether wearing aligners as directed or keeping up with adjustment appointments—significantly impacts treatment duration.

Our experienced orthodontists use precise treatment planning to create the most efficient path to your ideal smile. During your consultation at our Mississauga or Brampton office, we’ll provide a personalized treatment timeline based on your specific dental structure.

Traditional braces use metal brackets and wires that orthodontists permanently attach to your teeth during treatment. These fixed appliances allow for precise control of tooth movement to correct misalignment and spacing issues. Invisalign, by contrast, uses a series of clear, removable aligners that gradually shift your teeth into proper position. While braces may be more effective for complex malocclusion cases, Invisalign offers greater comfort, improved aesthetics, and the convenience of removal for eating and oral hygiene.

Beyond these differences, traditional braces typically require more frequent office visits for wire adjustments and tightening. Invisalign treatment uses 3D computer imaging to plan your entire tooth straightening sequence in advance, allowing you to visualize your results before starting. Many patients appreciate seeing this digital preview of their smile transformation. Both options can achieve excellent results when prescribed and monitored by qualified orthodontists who specialize in teeth alignment and bite correction.

The Canadian Association of Orthodontists recommends children receive their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7. This timing allows orthodontists to identify potential issues early when they’re easier to correct, such as crowding, crossbites, or growth discrepancies. Early assessment doesn’t always mean immediate treatment—sometimes our orthodontists simply monitor dental development until the optimal time for intervention, letting natural growth do some of the work.

Early orthodontic intervention can help guide proper jaw growth, correct harmful oral habits like thumb-sucking, improve facial appearance, guide permanent teeth into favorable positions, and reduce the risk of trauma to protruded front teeth. For some children, orthodontists may recommend a two-phase treatment approach—with phase one addressing jaw alignment and development issues, and phase two focusing on final tooth positioning once all permanent teeth have erupted. Our orthodontists specialize in creating treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique developmental needs.