Six months braces is not effective and I cannot afford it to be redone.

Q. I had 6 months braces on my teeth about 3 years ago. They were bonded or rather should I say that the top front and bottom front has a wire holding them together so that they would not shift. But the front of my top teeth are moving and shifting. What should I do? My husband just passed away and I really can’t pay for 6 months braces again. Can they use the retainer that I had when the braces were removed ?

A. Very sorry to hear about you husband and your situation.  If the teeth have moved and you want them back to a straight position then a simpler brace may be possible  – such as a clear aligner system.  This is similar to the retainer you had when the brace was removed.  If they have only slightly moved then it may be possible ( although unlikely) to use this retainer.  Please visit your dentist for a proper assessment of the situation 

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

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