I did a complimentary consultation with a DFW orthodontist last week. They quoted me $3,500 for the treatment. I have a slight overbite and moderate crowding of the teeth. The recommended treatment is 10 to 14 months. No extractions will be necessary. I just want to make sure I'm getting a good deal before I put this money down. Thanks!
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Regular Invisalign takes about the same amount of time as traditional braces. We have developed a new technique where we change the aligners every three days. This cuts Invisalign time by almost 80 %. Cases that would normally take a year can be finished in three months.
Many year ago a Norwegian orthodontist talked about "slenderizing" the anterior teeth when a person gets older, since as a person ages, recession of the gums cause the dreaded black triangles you refer to. The reduction of the width of the teeth where they contact...
The reason dentists place fillings is because enamel cannot grow back. It is likely that IPR was necessary for your case to work, as this is a very common process in orthodontics. Usually, the amount is so minor that you should not worry.
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