I really don't want to get a full mouth of metal braces for one tooth that isn't that bad. But, I also want to feel comfortable smiling for pictures when my graduation day come, which is just a few months away!
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In my opinion shape the teeth after invisalign but before retainers are fabricated. You could always do it after retainers but that would be counterproductive.
N. Summer Lerch, DDS, FAGD - Account Suspended says:
I learned this in dental school...we used this really neat and cheap method to keep dentures and now Invisalign trays clean. What do we use for white clothes moms? We use bleach...yes and that works for Invisalign trays too! At night, after you have cleaned your trays with your...
Each tray should be worn for two weeks according to manufacturer recommendations. Some people push it to 10 or 12 days to speed up the process. There is some risk to accelerating treatment. I would recommend going by the guidelines and focus on long-term health and results...