Hi,I had traditional metal braces as a teenager, but didn't keep up with my retainer. As a result, my bottom teeth are still in great shape, but I have an overbite. However, I have a crown on my upper right canine tooth. Is it still possible to be an invisalign user with a crown? Thanks for any input!
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Permanent bonded retainers should not be an issue for the activities you describe. When the retainers are placed they should feel smooth to your tongue. No one will know its there.
If wires and brackets worked in the past, I think orthodontic therapy may be your best option. I would schedule an orthodontic appointment to determine if surgery is required. As you have already discovered leaving your retainer in a drawer will not help your previous orthodontic treatment. The...
These small gaps occur typically for one of two reasons. 1.) Your current retainer has fatigued and is not holding your teeth in position well. A new active retainer to move the teeth together and hold them there is the solution.2.) Your bite is forcing the teeth apart by day, even if the re...