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Should I wearing my Invisalign during an upcoming operation?

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terrastregaNov 24, 2016

I have just had my first tray/aligners of Invisalign put it. I have an operation on a few weeks time and will be under general anesthetic. Will I have to remove my aligners during my operation or can I just leave them in?

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Dr. A Vandiveer Strait, DDS (Retired)- Acct. Suspended
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