This week I am beginning the last of 21 aligners: one tooth at the bottom still isn't straight.

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At the end of my 2 weeks for aligner 21 should I start the 1st of the 3 overcorrection aligners? Are they actually used if there is there is a true issue that needs correction.

Emery Cole, DMD, FAGD · Answer

I typically add 3 overcorrection aligners and usually use the first two.  So I would wear them, especially if one tooth isn't straight.....but....your Invisalign dentist needs to advise you on this to make sure that tooth is actually not straight or if the incisal top of the tooth is just uneven as is many times the case.

Neal Nealis, DDS (retired) · Answer

MrsSmile1, Your overcorrection aligners will close any residual gaps. They will not correct teeth which have not fully expressed their movements. You will need additional aligners. The need for additional aligners is not unusual. Some types of movements are more difficult to accomplish using aligners than others. Dr. Neal

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