Gap between Invisalign aligner and end of a tooth on second aligner. Is that okay? (photos)

Question

Am on second aligner. First felt like it fit perfectly. Second feels looser (easier to take on and off). There is a small gap between one of my front teeth and the aligner. Not sure if this is okay or a sign I didn't wear last aligner enough. Last aligner was worn for 2.5 weeks for 21hrs (although 2 days they were worn for 18 hrs only). Not sure if I should carry on with this aligner or go back to first one and rewear that incase it didn't work properly?

Tanya Vaysman, DMD · Answer

It is normal to see a slight space between the teeth and the aligner when it is just inserted. As you wear the aligner the space should get smaller. As long as you are wearing it the required hours you shouldn’t worry about it not working this early in treatment.

Leonard Tau, DMD · Answer

Thanks for your question,  Just so you know it is normal to see a slight space between the teeth and the aligner when it is just inserted. As you wear the aligner the space should get smaller. As long as you are wearing it the required hours you shouldn’t worry about it not working this early in treatment. I would ask your dentist to give you chewies that will help seat the tray better

Pamela Steiger, DMD · Answer

I would not worry about the small gap at this point of time in treatment. It seems that you wore the first set of aligners as instructed and you are a great patient so far. Make sure you hold on to all sets of aligners in case you do have to go back at some point.

J. Chad Johnson, DDS · Answer

I wouldn't be too concerned about it yet as you are only on your second set of aligners. You are doing a great job wearing them. Wait and see. Best of luck!

Gap between Invisalign aligner and end of a tooth on second aligner. Is that okay? (photos)

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