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Charles Cohen
Orthodontist
- Ottawa, ON
- McGill University
- Accepting new patients
Do I Need Braces? 7 Reasons You May
Originally posted on Braces Haven. Have you ever noticed the billboard for the orthodontist, or heard the radio commercials, and stopped to wonder, “Do I need braces? ” The truth...
How do I stop my teeth from shifting without a retainer?
The only way to prevent your teeth from shifting is with a retainer. Without a retainer to hold your teeth in their current position, your teeth will slowly shift over time. Like any other part of the human body, there are gradual changes as we go through the aging process. If you do not want to wear a removable type retainer, you can ask your Orthodontist if a permanent retainer, which is a wire glued to the back of your teeth, is an option.