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New retainer moving teeth the wrong direction for 2nd time - advice? (photos)

evangeline22Nov 6, 2016
I had orthodontic braces 4 years ago and have been wearing a retainer since however my retainer broke slightly so I had a new one made which didn't fit properly and mover my teeth the wrong way. Luckily the dentist refunded me but I still use him for regular check ups. Last week I went for a check up and he pressured me into buying a new retainer again I've been wearing it and the same thing has happened theyve moved the wrong way and my old 1 won't fit. What do you recommend to straighten them

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Dr. Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD - Account Suspended
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Answered on Nov 7, 2016
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