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Can I have invisalign treatment in stages to help with nausea?

msalt1Oct 14, 2015
I recently had Invisaligns installed and I'm struggling with the nauseous feeling that is causing me to throw up. Is it possible to do them in parts like straighten top teeth then do the bottom? I just don't think I can have both trays in my mouth at the same time

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Dr. Kenneth A. Barton, DDS
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Answered on Oct 19, 2015
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