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Should I get my teeth whitened by a professional before getting my braces put on? (photo)

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Kay2016Feb 16, 2016
I have a uneven arch on my top row and an overbite. I am only expecting to have my braces on for about a year in a half. My teeth aren't their whitest unfortunately. Should I opt to have them professionally whitened before having my braces put on? Or is this something my orthodontist will take care of?

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