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Should I be worried about my short roots if using Invisalign? (Photo)

My middle teeth have shorter roots. Would I be on risk of loosing my 2 teeth later on in life if I get braces or invisalign? I got braces when I was a teen but I wanted to get braces again. Would you recommend me to get Invisalign or not?

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Dr. Brice Gilliam, DDS
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Answered on Mar 12, 2021
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