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Do I need Invisalign? For slanted smile (Photo)

miteckakeAug 5, 2019
So my top row of teeth are slanted from tmj. my Orthodontist said Invisalign will fix it but I'm scared he's wrong and I'll need surgery to fix the misalignment . I've heard so many things going wrong please help IM SCARED . have yall had success about Invisalign fixing the slant with a bridge (the 3 front teeth) on the top . I would just like to know for comfort. THANKS !

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Dr. Andy Shieh, DMD
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Answered on Aug 7, 2019
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Dr. Richard Gochman, DDS (retired)
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