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FAQ: Braces - Part A

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I had braces several years ago, which did not work out as planned, and I would like to get them again because I am very self-conscious about my teeth. I am also having problems with my gums and some root resorption (which I am about to have). However, a while back someone told me that because of the root resorption, I would never be able to get braces again. Can anyone tell me if this is true? ...Visitor from NY (answer)
I never had a brace as a child and maybe i should have as I really hate my teeth! Its mainly my two front ones and the two either side of that, they seem to stick out a little. Is there anything that can be done without a brace? Roughly how much would that cost? I am 33 yrs old so not sure if that makes a difference! ...Visitor from UK (answer)
I have an overbite. I had braces, but that didn't seem to work. My question is: Would a jaw alignment be the answer to correct my overbite? My overbite is D/T/ protrusion of my lower half teeth. ...Visitor from VA (answer)
When your braces hurt should you put somrthing cold or hot on? ...Visitor from CA (answer)
I just got braces a couple weeks ago. The tooth to the right side of my front tooth has been loose. Is this normal because none of my other teeth are loose? It's really starting to bother me. ...Visitor from TX (answer)
I have braces right now and I am getting them off in a couple months! But I was wondering if I will get squares on my teeth from the braces being there. I brush my teeth every morning and night I was just curious! If you could answer my question that would be wonderful! ...Visitor from CA (answer)
I had braces when I was 12 1/2 yrs old. Got them off when I was 15. I wore my retainers for many years faithfully. About a year ago, my bottom retainer broke. I am a full time student and don't have much money. I was dismayed to see one of my teeth moved. When I got my retainers, my tooth was like that until the retainer was put in aligned position. It was fine until my retainer broke. I am wondering if I should get a new retainer as soon as possible? My teeth are the same so far, except for that one tooth that moved. I'm getting nervous going this long without a retainer for fear of other teeth shifting sooner or later. Should I get a new retainer as soon as possible? They're very expensive nowadays. I hear they can go as high as $400 apiece. ...Visitor from IL (answer)
My 6 yr old son's teeth are far apart each other. At what age can he start having braces to fix the alignment? Are there other kid-friendly braces other than the common wired ones? ...Visitor from NJ (answer)
Overbite with missing teeth: I am 29 years old. I had braces as a teenager but later on about 10 years my wisdom teeth on the top came in and pushed my teeth forward. I also had to have my molars on top pulled last year. I am so ashamed of my smile and would like to know if braces can still be an option even if my top teeth have moved back into an overbite. ...Visitor from MD (answer)
I'm really worried. About 9 weeks ago my jaw started clicking and about 7 weeks ago my jaw locked completely. I've had braces for about a year now and to tell the truth I blame my orthodontist for everything that has happened. Can having 3 teeth moved and having your teeth moved back or around dramatically cause TMJ? I asked my orthodontist to fix it but he says that there is barely anything that I or he can do about it...help ...Visitor from OK (answer)
I'm 24 and I have generalized spacing in my front teeth, top and bottom. I want to close the spaces but, I'm not interested in bonding or porcelain veneers. Is it possible to get braces or invisalign? Also, what could be the cause of me always biting my cheek even when I'm not chewing?...Visitor from NY (answer)
I had braces put on my teeth 3 months ago. By the middle of the following month I had them removed as I was having a bad experience with them. Now I am having very bad head aches and pressure in the back of my head and my neck is stiff. This is usually worse at night when I try to sleep. Can this have anything to do with the braces? I am currently seeing a chiropractor. ...Visitor from NJ (answer)
Speech Problems: I am 19 years old and i have been wearing braces for 5 months now. I have been talking with my tongue out when I say words with the s/z/and x sounds. I have been trying to fix this problem by trying to keep my tongue in but I find it to be rather difficult. I was wondering if you have any suggestions. ...Visitor from NJ (answer)

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