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Will Invisalign help make my mouth appear wider?

alextennisApr 9, 2016
I'm thinking about getting invisilign to straighten my teeth which are somewhat crowded. I'm a junior in high school and was wondering if this will make my mouth and smile wider. Right now my mouth seems pretty small compared to the rest of my face.

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Dr. Supriya Verma, DMD, FAGD
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Answered on Apr 11, 2016
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Supriya Verma, DMD, FAGD

Thank you for posting your question.  An accuarate assesment can only be given if it is seen.  Show your dentist what your are talking about and see what he says.  I can only speculate...You may not have cleaned the tray thoroughly enough. There may be something growing on the tray or it co...

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Sarah Thompson, DMD

Hello there,Sorry to hear that your teeth are shifting back, but your problem is not uncommon.  You have two options: they include getting Invisalign again to slowly place your teeth back into position, or having veneers and/or crowns placed to close those spaces.  If you opt for Invisalign a...

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Sarah Thompson, DMD

Hello there,I would recommend making an appointment with your dentist to have a new retainer made. Your teeth may shift if your continue wearing your retainer as is long term. The cost of a new retainer now is much less than what you'll end up paying to have your teeth realigned if they shift. ...

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