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M. Andrew Atwood, DDS
Seattle Cosmetic dentist
Recent answer posted by M. Andrew Atwood, DDS
Q: Should the Invisalign tray edges be sharp?
A:
If you can pinpoint the exact spot where the tray is bothering you, I would say you can take a nail file and polish it out. Your dentist may suggest otherwise, so you might want to talk the him first. If it were me, I would let you smooth it out.
| Education | Undergraduate: Bachelor's Degree in Music, Brigham Young University Dental School: DDS, University of Iowa |
| Post-medical school training | Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. American Dental Association, Washington State Dental Association, SKCDS. |
| Aesthetic medicine experience | 5 years (post-medical training) |
| Professional memberships | American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) |
| Medical or professional license | WA |
| Requesting an appointment with M. Andrew Atwood, DDS using RealSelf.com is free & confidential. Consultation fee: Free cosmetic consultation if you mention RealSelf.com | |
| Location | Cosmetic Dentistry of Bellevue 1418 112th Ave. NE 200 Bellevue, WA View map |
Treatments offered by M. Andrew Atwood, DDS
Dental crownDental implants
Invisalign
Porcelain veneers
Teeth whitening
Tooth repair