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Why Would Invisalign Attachments Fall off or Break?
asked 2 years ago by tanya1972 in Livingston, NJ
Latest answer by Lance Timmerman, DMD
Question viewed 1,483 times
Tags: teeth
Why do 2 of my attachments keep falling off or breaking? I just finished a week on Invisalign. Additionally, my tray got loose very early.
2 answers to Why Would Invisalign Attachments Fall off or Break?
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Rebonding gets different results
If attachments repeatedly come off of the same teeth, rebounding is a challenge. The tooth surface NOW is not the same as day 1, so alternatives may need to be explored.
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Invisalign attachments coming loose
It is not unusual that there may be a couple of teeth that, because of the bite, are hitting hard on the opposing teeth where the attachments are. Attachments are placed on teeth that require the most movement, so these teeth are put under the most stress. Lastly, if the teeth got contaminated during the bonding process (from saliva in the mouth), it could affect the bond of the attachment to the tooth. You should call your dentist and get right back in as soon as possible to have these...
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Gerilyn Alfe, DMD
Chicago Cosmetic Dentist
Chicago Cosmetic Dentist