I'm 27 years old and currently wearing Invisalign for 2 years (50 trays). After 50 trays, my dentist said my teeth weren't ready and ordered more trays. They came in today and I found out there are 43 extra trays and I will need MORE buttons on my teeth. I don't think I can withstand Invisalign for another 2 years. I want to know if it is alright to ask my Dentist to shave my attachments off and stop my treatment. Also, is it common to have Invisalign or braces last for almost 4 years?
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Hello there,I'm sorry to say, but it's unlikely that your buttons will be able to work as efficiently on the inside. I know Invisalign buttons can be a little annoying, but ultimately, you want the best results for your mouth, so they can sometimes be a necessary evil. You may...
This is a good question and from what I can see, it looks like your dentist knows what he or she is doing. I would definitely go with vertical forces in this case and refrain from horizontal movements. I hope this helps.Follow me if you have any more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMD...
While it is possible to damage teeth during removal of braces, it is unlikely, unless you're trying to do it yourself. Removing braces can compromise the enamel, but this can be corrected using bonding. If you are having your braces removed by a dental professional, then I would not...
