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Does wearing a retainer overtime make your face more symmetrical?

June 28, 2015
Asked By:alexandstar in Todd, NC

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June 29, 2015

Answer: Does wearing a retainer

Carlos Caballero, DDS, MS
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Answer: Does wearing a retainer

Carlos Caballero, DDS, MS
June 29, 2015

Answer: Not Really

Brad Jennings, DDS, MDS
June 29, 2015

Answer: Not Really

Brad Jennings, DDS, MDS
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