How long is too long to put Invisalign back in?

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I was on tray 10 out of 19 when I got sick and was unable to wear my retainers for about 2 months. I know I probably shouldn't have, but I put both tray 10's in tonight and they still feel good (not loose like I had been wearing them for 2 weeks already but I was able to get them in with relative ease). Wore them for about 3 hours and the pain felt the same as starting any new tray. I also wear rubber bands with mine (my teeth are pretty straight but I have an underbite). Should I continue?

Jared R. Gianquinto, DMD, MS - Account Suspended · Answer

Glad you're feeling better! Getting back on track with your Invisalign trays shouldn't be too difficult. If you had to take a break from wearing them for a while, there are several options to continuing treatment. If tray 10 fits pretty well, start wearing it, and make an appointment with your orthodontist for a check. Be sure to take tray 9 with you as well. Hopefully your doc can come up with a new aligner schedule for you and get you going again. Otherwise, a refinement might be needed. Hope this helps!Best, Dr. G

Tanya Vaysman, DMD · Answer

Before
going back to the treatment plan it would be best to see your dentist and have
him take a look if it is okay to go back to the tray

Gary Braunstein, DDS · Answer

Soundslike they fit properly, so you should be able to resume your treatment.  I would contact your dentist and let him know that you were not wearing your trays for  two months, that they seem to fit, and what his recommendation is.  He may want to see you to evaluate the fit of the trays, and if anything else needs to be done to get you back on schedule.

Kenneth A. Barton, DDS · Answer

If you fail to wear Invisalign for 2 months the chances are that you too will revert somewhat to their original positions. That being so it is very doubtful that you can pick the exact aligner to start over with. My recommendation is that you return to the orthodontist and be examined good luck

Jennifer S. Stachel, DMD · Answer

HiI recommend visiting the orthodontist treating you before progressing through your aligners.  The aligners might not feel tight, but it doesn't mean that they are fitting properly.  2 months is enough time for your teeth to move which could prevent the aligners from straightening your teeth properly.  Glad that you are feeling better and I hope that this helps.Kind regards,Dr. Jenn

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