Can you have an MRI with dental braces?

What's an MRI?

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What are braces? Braces are tools that dentists use to straighten teeth. They're usually made of metal.

The Big Question

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Magnetic Attraction

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Safety First

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What doctors say

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Braces in the Machine

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Special Cases

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Before Your MRI

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Just relax and stay still. The braces won’t move because the magnet isn't strong enough to pull them. Swipe Up