My orthodontist wants to pull out a tooth that's discolored from antibiotics before having me do Invisalign. Won't that look weird and uneven? She doesn't plan to replace it. A dentist previously told me that I should just have my wisdom teeth removed to allow for more room before the Invisalign.
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Trist, I am sorry to tell you but moving canines in the lateral position never really solves a smile problem. It can close spaces in the front teeth but the spaces will be moved further back. I believe that implants in the lateral position is the best way to achieve a great smile. You can...
Your smile is very important, but your bite is even more important. Not having a proper bite can cause even more tooth and bone loss.
Clear aligners may be a good alternative for you where you dont need to have fixed metal braces for a long period of time.