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Are braces required after surgery for the impacted tooth?
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Not usually. : Depends where the impacted tooth is. If it is a wisdom tooth, no braces are necessary.
Answered 10/22/2012
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Braces: Yes. Even if the tooth erupts, it probably will not come out correctly aligned and this could affect the bite.
Answered 9/8/2013
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Which tooth: Most commonly impacted tooth is wisdom tooth, and this problem is treated with oral surgery. Any other impacted tooth usually requires a combination of braces and localized surgery to make room for the impacted tooth, placement a handle on the tooth, and bringing the tooth into optimum alignment/function. See a qualified Orthodontic Specialist for advice (initial exam usually free or low cost).
Answered 6/20/2014
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