My dentist wants to pull my canine out because of it's position as long as all my wisdom teeth. He said he cannot save it and I'm worried my teeth won't match. I am 29 years old and the dentist stated he wanted to pull my eye tooth on one side only before braces as well as all four wisdom teeth and a bottom tooth. I'm afraid my midsection will be off and look funny any advice appreciated.
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If someone is wearing a true retainer before braces it is normally to maintain space following primary tooth extraction. However, the more common use of a "retainer" before braces is for arch development. When a patient has crooked teeth it is almost always because there is not sufficient space...
First discuss it with your Orthodontist.
Have him or her check for excess glue around the braces, the glue can absorb stain and make the whole tooth look darker. If there is excess glue, ask that it be removed.
Ask point blank if your brushing is "excellent". If there is any...