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Can you explain what are the best type of retainers after braces?

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Depends: Depends on your original problem, your level of compliance, and all the time and trouble your orthodontic specialist went to to diagnose your problem and establish a treatment plan that includes choice of retainers. Ask your orthodontist to explain the choice best for you.

Answered 12/14/2013

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