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Black Triangle Gap Between my Two Front Teeth

I am getting my braces off in three weeks, and for the most part I am very happy. One of the spaces that won't close will need a little bonding, but...

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Are Braces an Option for Severe Overbite?

I am 46. I am missing my molars right/left back, as well as bottom molar on the right. I have a severe overbite and I'm wondering at this point if...

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How Long Would I Need Braces for Teeth Gaps?

I have straight teeth but between each tooth, I have a small to medium sized gap and a little bit of an overbite. I'm just hoping it won't take long...

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How Are Clear Braces Different from Metal Braces?

Are clear braces still available as an alternative to metal braces? I don't mean invisalign, but the actual orthodontic braces that are tooth-colored.

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Are Fast Braces Dangerous?

FastBraces seem to good to be true... do they pose any threat to the future of your teeth, such as root resorption? One internet blog claims that one...

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Braces and Receding Gums

I am very interested in getting braces. I have some receding gums on my lower front teeth. Would I still be a candidate for braces?

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Braces After Dental Implants?

I'm under 18 and next year, I'm going to have to get two dental implants for my 2 front teeth. I wanted to know can I get braces after this?

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Do Clear Braces Work?

Do clear braces work as well as traditional braces?

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How Long After Braces Can I Get Rhinoplasty?

Is there any conflict with getting braces on my teeth shortly before Rhinoplasty? I know with braces sometimes you take Tylenol the day you get them...

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Braces or Dental Implants for Missing Teeth?

I have a missing tooth on both sides of my lower teeth. I have already seen a doctor for this but I'm still waiting for a decision from her. It has...

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Do Any Teeth Have to Be Removed Before Getting Braces?

I would like to know if any teeth usually have to be removed before getting braces?

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How to Fix Misaligned Tooth from Not Wearing Retainers?

I didn't wear retainers, wisdom teeth not taken out, now teeth have moved. I wore my retainer every day/night for a year after my braces were taken...

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Ceramic Braces Vs. Metal Braces

Should I get ceramic or metal braces? I am 22 and my case is not complicated. I have a midsize gap between my left canine and mollar. I also have...

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Is There Such a Thing As Invisible Braces?

Do invisible braces exist?

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Reversing the Damage Done from Extractions for Braces

I had extractions and braces at the age of 22. This was my third time having them and I am very unhappy with the results. Is there any way to reverse...

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Type of Braces Recommended for Overbite and Spacing Issues?

I'm a 19 year old college student, and I'm unsure about what kind of Braces I should get. As you can see, I have issues with spacing, as well as an...

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Crooked Canine Teeth - Will I Need Braces?

My top left canine tooth is a bit too far up in front and sometimes when I close my mouth or something I bite down on my lip and it hurts. Also my...

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Options Besides Tooth Extraction and Braces?

My dentist discovers that I still have a baby tooth and a permanent tooth above it in my gums. He suggests that I get the baby tooth removed and wear...

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Will Wisdom Teeth Extraction Cause Teeth to Shift?

I haven't yet had my braces off for 6 months and my dentist has just informed me that I need to get my wisdom teeth extracted in the near future....

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Correct Openbite First or Get Braces?

My upper jaw is to long and I have a receding chin with my openbite. I want to have the surgery first and Braces later. Do I need to have braces first...

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Braces to Possible with Missing Teeth?

Hello doctor. I am missing teeth 12 & 13 and am planning on implants, but I also have a significant gap between my two front teeth that I would...

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Braces for Bottom Tooth That Adjusted?

I've had braces before, but a tooth on the bottom has adjusted. Is it possible to get braces just for the bottom teeth to fix this one tooth (it's...

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Which Should I Do First, Braces or Veneers?

I feel like my two front teeth need to be smaller. The orthodontist said she would be pushing them back up into the gums so they wouldn't look so...

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Braces Closing a Molar Gap

Hello, I have braces on to straighten my teeth and only have 6 months to go. I also have a missing molar. I spoke to my dentist about closing the...

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Top and Bottom Braces to Correct Overbite?

I have an overbite. My doctor already recommended me to an orthodonist. I'm going to him on July 15,2009 for an exam. I have lost all my teeth and all...

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Are Braces Needed for Gaps Between Teeth?

I want to get caps or veneers but I do not want the spaces. Do I need to get Braces first or can I find a dentist that can make my smile great...

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Braces Before or After Chin Surgery?

I am currently 18 years old and I will have a chin surgery when I turn 21. Should I wait after the surgery to get braces or should I get them before?

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Does Pulling out Good Teeth when Getting Braces Have Disadvantages in the Future?

I'm 13 and may be getting braces soon. I have to pull out two of my teeth in order to make room for the other teeth.  So will pulling out the...

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How Long Does It Take to Expand/widen Arches with Braces?

I am finishing up with my braces, I have had them for 4 years, my orthodontist is going to try to widen the arches a little, he says a couple of...

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How Long Does It Take to Be Approved for Braces?

I went today to NYU so the orthodontist can check my teeth. I was sent to NYU because I have to see if medicaid approves to pay for the braces. I'm a...

How Much Would It Cost to Put Braces Back on After Taking Them Off?

I had just taken my braces off after 4 years, only to notice after a month with retainers that i still had minor gaps around my four front teeth,...

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Can Wearing Braces Also Alter Your Face Shape/profile?

I have a little asymmetry in my face and have quite a long face. My orthodontist is planning to fit a brace to my top teeth to widen the arch as it is...

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Best, Cheapest Solution for Gap Between Front Teeth?

What would be the cheapest and best option for fixing a gap between my two front teeth?

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Braces Instead of Dental Implants for Teeth Gap?

I have straight teeth, but I'm considering braces to close a gap on my bottom and upper mouth from loosing 2 molars. Since braces would be cheaper...

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Braces or Invisalign for Patient with Benign Vertigo?

I have benign vertigo and have read that Invisalign can cause a lot of head pain. Should I not consider Braces since I have vertigo or are the chances...

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Braces, Implants, or Veneers?

Hello. I'm 35 years old and back in high school I had braces but after they were removed I got a retainer and did not use it correctly, now have...

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Are Clear, Plastic, or Porcelain Braces Used on the Upper and Lower Teeth?

I recently went to a dentist to discuss having traditional braces or invisalign. He is recommending traditional braces for my case. I suggested I...

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How Much is It to Have a Retainer Put On?

I'm from the UK and I'm in college and I want to get a bottom retainer brace. Does anyone know how much it will approximately cost? Answers...

Gap Keeps Returning Despite Braces

Im 18, I have had braces on for the past 2 and half years, and for the past 6 months, my dentist has been trying to close a gap i have on the right...

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What is Average $$ for "Tweaking" of Past Orthodontic Work?

I had braces when I was younger. Everything was perfect until I got my wisdom teeth removed. I wasn't told to go back to wearing my retainer!...

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Possible to Put Brace on Wisdom Tooth?

Is it possible to get braces on a wisdom tooth and a second molar, only to close a space where a first molar was removed?

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What if Teeth Move After Mold Taken but Prior to Installation?

My molds were taken on April 14. I am scheduled to have braces attached on June 6. Not sure, but I think my bottoms have shifted since April 14. Is...

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My Front Tooth Was Slightly Cracked Near to the Gum. I Did a Root Canal. I've Always Had an over Bite, Can I Still Wear Braces?

My Front Tooth Was Slightly Cracked Closer to the Gum. I Did a Root Canal. I've Always Had an over Bite, Can I Still Wear Braces

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