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How can I quickly close the gaps in my teeth?

I'm 32, and I would like to close the gaps in my teeth in the fastest possible way. What procedures are available that can quickly close the gaps in my teeth?
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What happens if you don't wear your retainer?

I'm going to have my braces removed next week, but I would really like to skip wearing the retainer. What happens if I choose not to wear it?
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How long does it take for teeth to straighten with braces?

I'm 19 years old, and I'm considering wearing braces to straighten my teeth. How long does it take for teeth to straighten with braces?
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How long is Invisalign treatment?

I'm considering getting Invisalign treatment because I have a small gap in my teeth. The gap isn't severe, so my dentist is certain that Invisalign treatment will help me. How...
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Smile direct club or Invisalign?

I want to get one of those invisible aligners, but I don't which one I should choose. From your experience, which do you think is better? Smile direct club or Invisalign?
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How much does Invisalign typically cost?

I want to get Invisalign for the gaps with my teeth and I scheduled my first consultation next week, but I'm just really worried about the cost of treatment. How much does Invisalign...
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How is a bridge attached to the teeth?

I'm 40, and I'm going to have a dental bridge procedure done in a couple of days. But, I'm having trouble understanding how this procedure is performed. Can you explain it to...
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How long does a bridge last?

I'm 36, and I have had a dental bridge installed very recently. Exactly how long does a bridge last? My dentist didn't tell me anything about their longevity.
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What foods should I avoid with a permanent crown?

I have a permanent crown in one of my teeth, and I want to be really careful with it. Are there any foods that I should avoid with a permanent dental crown?
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How do I get rid of canker sores caused by braces?

I got traditional metal braces just last month and I already have canker sores inside of my mouth. How do I get rid of canker sores caused by braces?
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Brackets on my braces came off while sleeping. What should I do?

When I was sleeping, almost half of the brackets on my braces came off and the wires were hanging from my teeth. I only got my braces a little over a week ago. What should I...
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Can braces fix my child's big tooth gap?

My daughter is 12 years old and she has a huge gap between her tooth front teeth. Are braces able to fix this? I can already see how it's affecting her self-confidence, and I...
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What should I do if my braces are too tight?

My braces seem like they are way too tight, and it's causing me a lot of discomfort. Do I need to go back to my orthodontist to loosen them?
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Can you tell if someone is wearing Invisalign?

I'm about to get Invisalign, but I really don't want anyone to know that I'm using it. I understand that they aren't like braces at all, but can people still see if I'm wearing...
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Can Invisalign correct overbite?

I'm an adult, and I need to get braces to correct some bite issues. I was wondering if Invisalign can correct an overbite? Would this be an option for me?
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Is Invisalign as good as braces?

I'm 22 years old, and I'm just wondering if Invisalign as good as dental braces? Will they take longer to straighten out my teeth or would they straighten out in the same time...
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Would my dentures be considered a prosthesis?

I need to have dentures, but I'm trying to see if my insurance will cover it or not. I don't see them in my plan anywhere. Would they be considered a prosthesis instead? And...
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Can I get my teeth whitened with braces?

My teeth look really stained and I want to whiten them. But the thing is, I have braces so I'm not sure if I should get this done. Is it recommended to get my teeth whitened...
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If part of my braces fall off, is it an emergency?

I'm 19, and a part of my braces fell off. Is this considered an emergency? Do I need to go to my orthodontist immediately to get this fixed?
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Why are my teeth so sensitive after my braces were taken off?

I'm 25 year old. My teeth are more sensitive than before I had braces put on. Why are my teeth so sensitive after my braces were taken off? I had them taken off 2 weeks ago....
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