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2 Years Post-op + Braces

Can my Ortho Make my Teeth Appear Smaller?

I've had my braces off for about two years now but have never been completely satisfied with the length of my two front teeth. I'm also bothered that...

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One Small Tooth Problem After Braces? (photo)

It's been near 2 years after my braces have been taken off. This summer, one of the wires supporting my front teeth broke. It has been 2 months and I...

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My Retainers Have Cracked in Middle and Teeth Have Moved, Can I Move Them Back?

I had my brace off nearly 2 years ago and have worn my retainers every day/night. My front teeth were crooked and the retainers have cracked in the...

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Is It Normal for Retainers to Make Your Bite Feel Different? Will I Need Braces Again? (photo)

My braces were taken off about two years ago, and I wore my retainer all the time. The problem was whenever I took off my retainer to eat, my bite...

My Lower Jaw is Not in Its Right Place After 2yrs of Braces. Am I a Candidate for Surgery?

Hi. My lower jaw is not in its right place after having 2 years braces . I mean when I eat It clicks from the inside causing my family to feel bad and...

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