Can I wear braces to basic training?
In most cases, you can wear braces while in the military, depending on deployment and assignment. However, you cannot go to your initial training while wearing braces. Therefore, you will need to have the braces removed before you ship off to boot camp or basic training.
Why can’t you go to the military with braces?
Because braces are considered a medical treatment, the military would not allow you to join while the treatment was being done, as they would then have to be responsible for the follow on adjustments and removal of the orthodontic device.
Are braces covered for active duty military?
No matter if you’re an active duty member, a reservist, or a dependant, the rules don’t change for orthodontic coverage. As far as coverage for braces, for example, Tricare offers a dental plan that may cover your orthodontic treatment.
Can I get braces in the Army National Guard?
You can’t join with braces. You are not allowed to wear braces during basic training so you would have to get them off before leaving to basic? No, you won’t go to basic until they are off.
How long do braces last?
Treatment lengths vary for every person, but typically people wear braces for one to three years. By following the instructions of your orthodontist carefully, you can ensure that you’re wearing your braces for the shortest time span that is possible.
Can you have braces in the Army National Guard?
Does the Air Force pay for braces?
Many patients ask if braces are covered by the Air Force. Unfortunately, the Air Force Dental Corps isn’t staffed nor funded to routinely provide braces or other orthodontic treatment. Military members may pursue orthodontic treatment through a civilian provider at their own expense once approved by the dental clinic.
Can you deploy with braces?
Individuals with orthodontic equipment require a waiver to deploy. Waiver requests to deploy should include a current evaluation by their treating orthodontic provider and include a statement that wires with neutral force are in place.
Can you have braces in the Army Reserve?
Can you wear Invisalign in the military?
According to DOD Instruction 6130.03, Medical Standards for Appointment, Enlistment, or Induction into the Military Services, Section 5.8 e “Current orthodontic appliances (mounted or removable, e.g., Invisalign®) for continued active treatment” is a disqualifying condition.
What’s the longest time you can have braces?
You can usually expect to wear your braces no longer than a maximum of 3 years. While this does sound like an alarmingly long time to have metal over your teeth, keep in mind this is the worst case scenario. Two years, give or take, is a much more accurate idea of the length this braces process will take for you.