What Should Be Done If Invisalign Attachments Fall Off?

Question

How often do Invisalign attachments accidentally come off? What would cause that failure?

Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD · Answer

Attachments for invisalign do not come off often, but they CAN. Usually it is a bond failure (moisture contamination when placed?) but CAN be from eating foods that broke it. While not an emergency, I would call the office to get a new one put on.

Michael Ayzin, DDS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Attachments fall occasionally, especially if they are placed on porcelain. Usually it is not a big deal. You should call your doctor and let him know. Treating doctor will determine the best route to take and timing of it.

Bobby Ghandehari, DDS, MS · Answer

This is not considered an emergency but please inform your Invisalign specialist at you next appointment. Your specialist may have different preferences.

Zach Casagrande, DDS, MS · Answer

You should let your doctor know and they will
evaluate to determine if it is necessary to put the attachment(s) back on.

Pamela Marzban, DDS · Answer

If any of your Invisalign attachments fall off, all you need to do is to call your dentist office and let them know what happened. Is very important if you do not wait more than 24 hrs because it can affect the fitting of your nest aligner. New attachments placement is easy and a fast comfortable procedure.

What Should Be Done If Invisalign Attachments Fall Off?

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