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Teeth shifted after braces
I had my braces removed in 2016. I wore the retainers for 1-2 months and then I discontinued them. Now my teeth have moved back to being in front and crooked. Could retainers help or do I have to get braces again ?
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You should go for braces and then retainers
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Hi, if there are gaps and minor forward movement can be corrected using a retainer but if teeth have rotated then you will have to get your braces done.
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Retainers need to be wear for a longer time because their are high chances of orthodontic relapse.. so to avoid relapse, retainers are given..
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Visit dental clinic, then only it can be differenciated that whether you need retainers or anything
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It seems that, there is relapse( I. e orthodontically treated teeth bounse back to their original position due to release of stress & strain) .In some cases , relapse occurs.Its normal. So requires retainers for prolonged periods with proper follow up.
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visit orthodontist for further clinical examination
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If your braces were removed 4-5 years back, and your teeth are again moving to their previous position, you need to go for braces or other minor corrections again. Retainers won’t help much.
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Dr. M. Suresh
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Chennai
The name of the appliance itself means "retainer" it can just retain the position of the teeth, it could not be used to change the position
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consult an orthodontist he might suggest you a better option after seeing the condition clinically.
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