Is Filing Between Teeth at the Beginning of Invisalign Treatment Typical Practice?

April 11, 2012
Asked By:sweetpea44

My 15 year old daughter has just started Invisalign treatment. Is it typical to manually file between certain teeth to make space for movement? Is this done with metal braces, as well? Are there any adverse consequences to this technique?

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September 1, 2015

Answer: Interproximal reduction is common for orthodontic treatment

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September 1, 2015

Answer: Interproximal reduction is common for orthodontic treatment

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