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Question:
Teeth gaps and the power of retainers: My friend had a gap and when he got retainers, the ones which can't be removed, like 8 months ago, we asked why he didn't have braces.
Today he still wears it but his gap is gone. I wanna know what type of retainer this is called and will this work for me (age 13). Also are they just as good as braces?
With that said and having a gap that is tooth pick wide, will I get those fast results? ... Visitor from NY
Answer:
Gaps between the teeth come in many varieties. Some are simple to fix, others are near impossible. Your friend's retainer sounds like it did a nice job......for him. That doesn't mean that you are a similar candidate for this type of treatment approacth....but you may be.
Closing spaces in one jaw has an impact on the overall bite (how the jaws fit together). If closing a space will not affect the bite, one may be a candidate for a retainer to close the space. Conversely, if the bite is likely to change due to space closure....a retainer is a dubious treatment approach.
Bottom line: see your friend's orthodontist and find out if your are so fortunate as your buddy.
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