I am lost on what to do with my teeth. I have several that need to be pulled (one is evident in the photo) and I have a referral to an orthodontist. However, I am wondering if Invisalign will really fix the issue of my jagged teeth and, most important, the fact that one side of mouth juts out further. What is the best (and fastest) method to fix this horrible smile. HELP! :-(
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August 23, 2016
Answer: Complicated Case, underdevloped maxilla. Multiple Steps for Ideal Outcome
Its normal protocol for patients using aligners to go back to the previous number of aligners. Changing aligners to the next set can interfere with the progress of your teeth. Once you go back to the previous number of aligners, your dentist can order you a replacement aligner which can be made...
Go back to your dentist or orthodontist and get their professional evaluation and recommendation. It may be possible that they can have new aligners made at a reduced cost to them and may not have to charge you as much as the first time. The only way to know is to go! It sounds like you ne...
Hi Joe, if you have been wearing the aligners regularly and just slacked now, you can go back 1-2 sets and try. Normally they should fit fine. Best would be to see your dentist and they could advise if you really need mid course correction. Invisalign covers us for this in most cases but...
