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Is Invisalign a Risk for Teeth That Have Small Roots?
asked 2 years ago by 7261anon in east la
Latest answer by Jason K. Tam, DDS
Question viewed 709 times
Tags: risk, roots
Is Invisalign a Risk for Teeth That Have Small Roots?
3 answers to Is Invisalign a Risk for Teeth That Have Small Roots?
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No cases of root resorption with Invisalign
While there is a risk of root resorption generally associated with small roots, there have been no documented cases of root resorption occurring with Invisalign treatment, with over 1 million patients. Align posulates that forces are so controlled, that few cases of resorption occur.
Still, it is a good idea to discuss this with your orthodontist, particularly if the existing short roots are already allowing mobility of the teeth prior to treatment.
Good luck!
Jason K. Tam, DDS
Toronto Orthodontist
Toronto Orthodontist
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No problem for small roots
If your roots are short due to previous braces etc then you can have your dentist slow down the tooth movements with Invisalign. But generally its such a gently tooth movement that we dont normally see any root shortening during the treatment.
Michael J. Thomas, DDS
Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist
Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist
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Invisalign uses very gentle forces
While nothing is without risk, the odds are better with invisalign in this situation. Slow and steady will not usually make the short roots shorter, but they still COULD. Root resorption is normally associated with trauma to the teeth or genetics, but moving too fast CAN contribute.
As long as the periodontal condition is stable, you should be fine.
