Invisalign retainers to prevent teeth from shifting back

Susan Goode Estep, DMD answers: Cases of relapse (teeth shifting back) after Invisalign?

I had braces for a little over 2 years when I was 12. I am now 26 and my teeth seems to have shifted back to their original position. I have slight overcrowding and an overjet on my upper teeth. I want to know, can Invisalign correct this? How likely are the teeth going to shift back after this treatment? Thank you.


Susan Goode Estep, DMD
4 months ago
By Susan Goode Estep, DMD - Atlanta Cosmetic dentist

After you complete your Invisalign Treatment, you will wear retainers at night (still clear/invisible, comfortable Invisalign trays) to prevent your teeth from shifting back.   You get new retainers 2 or 3 times per year and the new retainers keep your teeth in the ideal position.

Web reference: http://www.atlantadentalspa.com/pages/services/Atlanta_invisalign.htm
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