I lost my retainer and my orthodontist doesn't have the records to make me a replacement. [more inside]
posted by sunshine arakhan on Jun 9, 2009 - 4 answers

Orthodontist recommendations in New York City? [more inside]
posted by cosmic osmo on Sep 20, 2008 - 1 answer

Would it be safe/beneficial to wear my old retainer again? My teeth have started moving! [more inside]
posted by showbiz_liz on Feb 10, 2008 - 17 answers

How important is it for me to get braces as an adult? If it's critical, how much would they cost, and how could I afford them? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 23, 2007 - 20 answers

My invisalign-type retainer has broken and I won't see my orthodontist for months! What should I do? [more inside]
posted by nervestaple on May 15, 2006 - 3 answers

After having my wisdom teeth removed, one of my previously braces-straightened teeth has turned out a bit. Man, does this bug me. [more inside]
posted by divka on Nov 19, 2005 - 9 answers

Can I minimize the gap between my two front teeth without braces? [more inside]
posted by BradNelson on Oct 18, 2005 - 35 answers

Orthodontics for slackers; I have a lower retainer (metal wire affixed at each end to a tooth with a metal band, behind the teeth) which was installed around the age of 14. It was supposed to be in place for six months or a year, something in that vicinity. My family moved and it was never taken out; I'm now 21. Is this harmful or just annoying? How painful and expensive will it be to have it removed?
posted by IshmaelGraves on Jan 21, 2005 - 16 answers

How long does it take for your teeth to fuse to the jaw and maxilla after having braces? I had braces some five years ago and wore a retainer. I sort of lapsed and have also recently restarted and was wondering what to expect. [mi] [more inside]
posted by Napierzaza on Jan 17, 2005 - 9 answers