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Will going to the orthodontist mean you automatically get braces?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No: Orthodontists treat malrelationships of teeth and jaws, and provide dento-facial growth and development supervision. The orthodontist will determine if rx is indicated or not, and if so when to do rx, and what appliance would best address your needs.
Answered 12/5/2013
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No: Orthodontists only treat patients who: 1) can benefit from orthodontia 2) want orthdontia.
Answered 10/2/2014
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No but -----: People go or are sent to the orthodontist because someone sees a problem. Usually braces are needed to straighten things out.
Answered 10/5/2016
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