If you have finished with your orthodontic treatment and are wearing retainers (or will be soon), this is a special place to connect with others in your (enviable) situation. Ask a question or make a comment about life post-braces.
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ingridb
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by ingridb » Sat May 22, 2010 11:41 am
I`m gonna take my braces off soon, but I have one question. Can retainers close gaps? I`ve had speed-braces for 6 months. I really hope they can
drrick
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by drrick » Sun May 23, 2010 7:22 am
They can in certain situations but why arent the gaps being closed while you are in the braces?
ingridb
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by ingridb » Sun May 23, 2010 8:22 am
Because I`m gonna be on tv and want to take them off before...
smiledoc
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by smiledoc » Sun May 23, 2010 12:56 pm
Definitely better to close gaps before braces come off
Double check with your doctor.
ingridb
Posts: 9 Joined: Sat May 22, 2010 11:33 am
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by ingridb » Sun May 23, 2010 12:59 pm
Ok. If that is the best option, I`ll wear the braces a little bit longer. But I can`t wait to get them off!