Quick eligibility check
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retainers for open bite with aged 16–17 can be possible, but suitability is driven by bite detail and clinical findings.
This is usually simple once bite details and checks are confirmed.
Estimated timeline: about 12 months Likely best-fit options: Retainers, Braces, Clear Aligners
If you want a more definitive answer, a clinician review assesses your bite and confirms what’s realistic.
Clinical Checks That Influence Suitability
These items commonly decide between braces vs aligners for open bite when aged 16–17 is present:
Bite assessment (front and side bite relationship)
Consent pathway confirmation (patient/parent depending on age)
An optional online clinician review can connect these checks to a personalised plan.
Options And How The Choice Is Made
Recommended Treatment Order:
Retainers
Braces
Clear Aligners
Key reasons from the quick check:
Braces: suitability 59/100 — is commonly preferred when bite details drive predictability.
Clear aligners: suitability 33/100 — can work well if bite detail supports predictable tracking.
Retainers: suitability 77/100 — can be appropriate where retention is the priority.
If you want a firmer answer, an optional online clinician review can settle the choice between options.
Cost Guide
This combination typically falls into cost band 2/4 for the quick check.
Moderate treatment range. Often between £2,000–£3,500 depending on complexity.
Bands are a guide based on planning effort and case complexity.
Final pricing is confirmed after the plan is set.
Typical Timeline
A common estimate for retainers for open bite with aged 16–17 is about 12 months.
Exact duration depends on bite goals and the movement needed.
If you want a tailored estimate, an optional online clinician review can refine the timeline.
More eligibility checks
Open Bite with other details
Other problems checked for Retainers
Open Bite with other treatments
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