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Should my dentist refer me to an orthodontist?     What is the correct age for the first orthodontic screening?     What happens at the initial examination?     What are the benefits of early treatment?     Will I need to have teeth extracted for braces?     How long does treatment last?     How often will appointments be scheduled?     Do braces hurt?     What should I do if spacers or separators are lost?     What happens if something is swallowed?     Can I return to school the same day that braces are fitted?     Can I play sports with braces?     Should I still see my family dentist?     Are there foods I cannot eat?     When is it too late for adults?     I have crowns and missing teeth. Can I wear braces?     Why an orthodontic SPECIALIST?     When to see an orthodontist.     Why orthodontic treatment?           Q: Can I return to school the same day that braces are fitted? A: Yes, the patient can return to school on the day of fitting of the braces.

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