When most patients finish orthodontic treatment, they hope it’s a one-and-done type of experience. However, it’s very possible to need braces more than once in a lifetime! Teeth are always shifting, and certain factors, such as not wearing a retainer, natural changes in your bite, physical trauma, or oral health issues, can all cause alignment problems to return even after successful treatment. While a second round of braces may sound discouraging, don’t fret—your orthodontist has your smile’s best interests in mind. Here’s what you need to know.
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