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If teeth are growing outwards or in any way other than levelly then braces may be needed. They put tension on the teeth, pulling them, very gradually, into line.

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How will your teeth look after braces?

Don't worry, if you needed braces in the first place then they will look 100% better


Why do people need a retainer after braces?

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Will a 13-year-old girl need braces in order for her permanent teeth to come in?

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Can you pull wisdom teeth with braces on?

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Did Michael Jackson have to wear braces or were his teeth naturally straight?

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Do you have to have braces if you have bad teeth?

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