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There are two options that I see for you.Option #1: Go to an office that can do a 3D scan of your teeth and not require an impression mold. These scans are great, but do expose you significantly higher levels of radiation. The benefits still seem to out way the risks.Option #2: Go to an experienced cosmetic dentist that is licensed in sedation dentistry. You can take a small pill, 1 hour before your appointment and remove all of your anxiety and fear. Anxiety is the single biggest reason that patients put off getting dental treatment. My sedation license allows me to sedate my patients as much or as little as necessary to provide them with a comfortable appointment.Good luck with everything and I hope I helped. Follow me on Real Self, if you have other questions.Sarah Thompson, DMD O'Fallon, IL and Saint Louis, MO
Some orthodontists have a scanner that eliminates molds (used mostly for Invisalign)..find one of these doctors and you don't need an impression
Hello there!Based on the fact that you are on 16 out of 49 trays, you have approximately 17 months left. If you require any adjustments along the way, it could lengthen the time you spend in your aligners, but if everything goes according to planned, you can expect about 66 more weeks.Good...
Hello Tanisha,You would be a great candidate for Invisalign at my office. I would simply do some IPR (inter-proximal reduction) on your neighboring teeth to make room for your canine, as I bring it back into position. Your case would likely take 11-12 months in my office. Find...
Hello there!You have two options:Option 1) In 1-2 appointments, you could get a veneer placed in perfect alignment. You would correct the problem, immediately. A veneer can lasts 20-30 years with no retainer needed if proper dental hygiene is maintained and you have regular cleanings and...
