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Invisalign Allergic Reactions
asked 1 year ago by anon6088
Latest answer by Gordon Chee, DDS
Question viewed 494 times
Tags: allergy, reaction
Does Unvisalign Contain Anything That Would Cause an Allergic Reaction? I have asthma and I am very allergic. I understand that visalign was sent a letter by the FDA concerning reactions. Could it be the trays or medication that is used to prevent infections in the use of the trays? Thanks
4 answers to Invisalign Allergic Reactions
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Allergies with Invisalign
As I understand that it is very rare to have an allergy to the aligner trays, I have had one patient that had an allergy to the trays. Her gums, lips and cheeks swelled up slightly and she had redness and itchiness. You may want to get a sample of a tray from an Invisalign provider and see an allergist to determine whether you have an allergy to the aligner prior to any treatment.
Gordon Chee, DDS
Calgary Cosmetic Dentist
Calgary Cosmetic Dentist
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Invisalign trays are plastic
The material used for the aligners (or trays) with Invisalign is a resin polymer, or plastic. While I have yet to see someone exhibit an allergic reaction, it certainly IS possible (never say never). To be safe, traditional brackets and wires can be used.
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Invisalign and allergy
Invisalign aligner trays are made from plastic. As such it is possible (but unlikely) that any individual could be allergic to them. If you have a known allergy to plastic or acrylic you may wish to discuss this with your orthodontist before starting Invisalign treatment. It is my understanding that the FDA reprimanded Align for not reporting known allergic reactions to their product in a timely manner. This does not mean that Invisalign aligners are highly...
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Allergic to invisalign?
Yes, there have been a few reports of allergies to Invisalign...but this is out of millions of patients!...In general the plastic is very hypoalergenic....It certainly would be more likely that the patient is allergic to something else
Robert Waxler, DMD, MS
Saint Louis Orthodontist
Saint Louis Orthodontist