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I want to know what do i say to my new dentist to ask him/her for braces?

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Ask for referral: If you feel you have a malocclusion, ask your new dentist for referral to an orthodontic specialist for an initial examination, or just go yourself. The orthodontist will work hand-in-hand with your new dentist to provide you with the healthiest possible smile.

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Answered 12/20/2013

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