How Does Invisalign Work on Teeth with Bonding?

Question

I have a gap between my two front teeth. Seven years ago I had some bonding applied to close the gap. Well, the gap widened again, so now I have a gap between my bonding. I want Invisalign but I don't want to have my bonding removed right away because my natural space is wider than ever. Could I keep my bonding on until the Invisalign closes that, then have the bonding removed and continue with the Invisalign? My natural space is about twice the size of the space in the photo.

Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD · Answer

It is not unusual to remove bonding during the process of Invisalign or other methods of orthodontics.  It can be done all at once, or progressively at each appointment.  The progressive approach is a little more technique sensistive, as the lab technicians for invisalign may program more or less removal during the sequence of treatment, but it CAN be done.  There may be a slight fee increase to handle the added time involved.

Michael J. Thomas, DDS · Answer

The way to fix your space problem is as follows. Take impressions and submit to invisalign. Do treatment for about 5-6 months and close the gap. Then remove the bonding and take new impressions and send to Invisalign for a mid course correction. New aligners will be made to finalize the closure of your gap. This way your gap will never be that big and everyones happy.

Pamela Marzban, DDS · Answer

Your case is not hard at all, if its managed with close attention you can definitely have the bonding  remove while going through Invisalign. You will be surprised how much improvement and faster results you can get with the treatment. Keeping your goals in mind any Invisalign certified provider can help you and get the smile of your dreams.

Daniel Beninato, DDS · Answer

As long as you communicate your wishes before the treatment begins, your dentist and the lab can coordinate a treatment plan to allow your teeth to move while you slowly remove the old bonding.  If this is handled correctly, the last of the bonding should be able to be removed right before your last sets of aligners are placed.

Scott LeSueur, DDS · Answer

If you prefer not to have all of the bonding removed prior to beginning the Invisalign treatment, then this can be communicated to the Invisalign laboratories so that a succession of ALIGNERS can be designed that will allow for gradual removal of the bonding thus closing the spaces completely without any bonding remaining at the end of treatment. You should be able to achieve a satisfactory result. Good Luck!

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