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Hello docs, i need braces but i don't know if my teeth fit the criteria?
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Easy to find out: Call an orthodontic specialist for an initial examination (free or low cost) for an evaluation of your malocclusion and the options email able to you. With that information you can make an informed decision.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Ortho Consultation: Many orthodontists offer an initial complimentary consultation and free exam. See an orthodontist to help determine if you fit the criteria and the right treatment for you.
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