Braces relapse

2019-03-01 02:59:30
Hello Doctors, I had my braces installed 2005 and removed 2007. I failed to wear my retainers religiously and now I think i need to wear braces again. My question is, can I still use my old brackets (today's 2019)? I still have it with me, stored in it's original packaging. Would I be charged less if I use it? My teeth looks okay but a little unaligned, and I want to push it inwards a little bit more. Thank you for the insights!
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Old braces cannot be used again

Answered2019-03-01 13:29:50

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Hello ma'am If the condition of braces are ok and not used many times and are metallic it can be reused.but wires need to be changed .it all depends on your teeth examination and brackets conditions
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Answered2019-03-01 07:36:18

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Hello mam, if you are talking about retainers it cannot be used to correct your condition. If you are talking about your braces you need to consult with your dentist.
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Mostly your old braces cannot be used!

Answered2019-03-01 04:18:25

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Very good morning,better you consult a good orthodontist for evaluation your case & take a comprehensive treatment plan.

Answered2019-03-01 03:23:22

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Hi There! What I understood from your massage is that you are having retainers with you and they are in very good condition Now you say your teeth are unaligned due to not wearing the retainers and also you want to take them inside Here is the issue as your teeth ate unaligned due to not wearing the retainers this retainers which you have with you will not fit properly and even if they fit they will not make any change in regards to pushing them inside You need to consult at first point and dr will guide you further Dr rajendra sankpal

Answered2019-03-01 03:08:42

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Because of the failure of retainers their is relapse. Get an opinion from orthodontist whether it is really nessecary as again applying pressure to bone may cause damage. Old retainers are of no use now

Answered2019-03-01 12:40:16

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Hi.. No we can not use the same braces again..it has to be a fresh bracket kit, as the mesh of the brackets is spoiled once they are bonded..

Answered2019-03-01 05:35:36

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