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Can another orthodontist remove my braces?

October 2, 2014
Asked By:mmlupe in Columbia, TN

I have had my braces for nearly 4 years but I haven't gone to get my braces tightened for almost 3 years because we can't afford it. Some pieces have fallen out, like the wires. We moved to another state. So I was pnderin if another orthodontist can remove what is left of my braces ?

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Answer: Remove braces by a different orthodontist

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