My orthodontist had suggested a wire on the back of the teeth after completion of treatment. and seeing a periodontist at that point. I'm concerned that without a guard the teeth would fall out when eating anything hard - ie apple. 1. I'm concerned about proceeding further with Invisalign. 2, Would teeth have a better chance of stabilizing with gradually moving back to old position (using old trays)? 3. see a periodontist at this point -bone grafts?
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Dear Melissa.b,
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