What is the ruling on straightening and whitening prominent front teeth?
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Orthodontics and teeth whitening are permissible when there is a need to remove evident disfigurement or embarrassment, provided that the whitening is not performed by a non-mahram, or in seclusion, unless absolutely necessary. It is permissible for it to be done by a mahram, a husband, or a woman.
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