Hello. So I’m gonna have braces in my country and Im only will stay here for 1 month bcz I’m going back to New Zealand . My orthodontist told me that my braces will just adjust a year!! That means that every year I have to go back to my country just to adjust it.. My opinion is as most people who have braces they always see they’re orthodontist every month to adjust they’re braces.. Is it possible that I don’t see my orthodontist for every month checkup?? Can it damage my teeth??
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Yes, they might have to push back the day you get your braces off. You should give your orthodontist a call and explain what happened (which bracket came off). They may want to see you right away depending on which bracket came off. Depending on the location of the...
The one photo reveals multiple issues. In addition to the gap you have flairing of the teeth, a narrow maxilla and probably a compromisd airway.I suggest you work with an Oral Myofunctional therapist to learn exercises to retrain your tongue. Some patients see resolution just from that.I...
Hi, thanks for sending your question. Retainers are designed to hold the teeth in position rather than being used for movement of the teeth. You can consider orthodontics to help re position that tooth again for you. All the best!
