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What Do Orthodontic Retainers Do?

Posted onMay 25, 2013September 8, 2016

Many orthodontic patients are excited to have their braces removed.  You think, finally I’m done with braces.  Not so.  You are half way through treatment.  You must wear retainers to keep your teeth straight.  All patients must go through a period – CONTINUE READING –

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