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Braces off 2 years ago, retainers not worn for year, now wear them this year, dentist shook tooth with gum desease and root, tooth pain everyday.

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Pain: Indicates infection, which is not related to your orthodontic treatment. See your Dentist to evaluate and treat infection. See your Orthodontic Specialist to evaluate post-Orthodontic stability.

Dr Gallia and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

Braces off 2 years ago, retainers not worn for year, now wear them this year, dentist shook tooth with gum desease and root, tooth pain everyday.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr Gallia and 2 doctors agreed

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