I had a scan done for smile care club because I want to close my gaps. They sent me a form stating I have a overjet/open bite. Will the aligners make it worse? Should I just get traditional braces?
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I strongly suggest you immediately inform your dentist of the issue. TMJ problems can become progressive. If your dentist is knowledgable in TMD treatment he can modify the invisalign trays to stabilize and protect the joint.I strongly believe doctors treating patients orthodontically should h...
First, ask your dentist what to do. Sometimes when the tray doesn't seat all the way down you need to help it go down by chewing on chewies or something the can help seat it all the way down. As long as the trays are not bouncing when you close then that is a good sign. If it feels like the t...
The removal of your Maryland bridge to allow for tooth movement with Invisalign can make for an awkward aesthetic problem when the tray is out. One solution would be for your dentist to fabricate a simple removable "flipper" partial denture to replace the missing tooth when you are not wearing...