HI, I had lower first molar extracted 5 months ago, the bone graft was placed at the time of extraction, now I need to get braces done to correct the overjet/overbite issue.
The orthodontist wants me to get the braces before getting implant. The treatment would last 21 months with invisalign. I am worried about loosing the bone under the missing molar if the implant is not placed soon. What are my options?
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This is a very good question and should be discussed with your treating dentist; but generally speaking, after someone has worn 10 aligners they have a pretty good idea of when an aligner has done its job. The majority of an aligner's work is done in the first few days and the rest of the...
Those buttons surely don't look "invisible" and I can see why you are upset about them after expecting your treatment to be invisible. Here are two options: First, have new ones placed in a less conspicuous shade. There is probably a better shade match for your teeth...
Yes, you can certainly have braces to resolve the problem you describe. And it can be done at any time. Since you are obviously concerned about the outcome of your treatment, it makes sense to get some input about the possibilites for their correction as soon as possible. That way, even if you...
