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Should I get a filling during my Invisalign treatment?

January 30, 2017
Asked By:Cole123456 in Kitty Hawk, NC

I am 3 months into my invisalign treatment and I have recently experienced some minor sensitivity to temperature and sugar in a top molar (#15). I had my 6 month checkup with my regular dentist and he recommended filling the tooth. When I asked if this could interfere with my invisalign treatment, he would only say "it shouldn't", but I am still concerned. Do I have a legitimate concern? Should I contact my orthodontist before getting the filling? Thank you.

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February 1, 2017

Answer: Filling during invisalign

John A. Merrill, DDS
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February 1, 2017

Answer: Filling during invisalign

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February 2, 2017

Answer: You can! Just take your current aligner with you to your appointment

Hisham Kaloti, DDS (retired)
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February 2, 2017

Answer: You can! Just take your current aligner with you to your appointment

Hisham Kaloti, DDS (retired)

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