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Choosing A Surgeon + Braces

Can I Get Retainers Made by Another Orthodontist?

I've just lost my Hawley retainer. I've also just moved to the US after leaving my home country where I received my orthodontic treatment. I'd lost my...

Received 2 Evaluations For My Son's Overbite, How Do I Know Which Is Right?

First orthodontist recommended braces with metal ring on very back teeth and regular on rest and it would be 24 months for son's overbite. Second...

Need Third Opinion About 11 y/o Daughter's Teeth?

Took my 11 y/o daughter to 2 orthos. Both agree class II bite and no extractions.The 1st(not board certified)said wait till all baby teeth were out,...

Picking an Orthodontist Without a Patient Gallery Online?

Would a orthodontist not displaying his patient gallery online be a hint of mediocre results with braces? Thanks.

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