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Can I be allergic to the metal in my braces? (photos)

jed2009May 19, 2018
Just got braces on like 7 days ago I feel my face swollen. I think I’m allergic to the metal what do I do ! ? Can you tell the difference in my cheeks I can !

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Dr. Chi H. Bui, DMD, MS
Orthodontist
Answered on May 23, 2018
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