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Teeth Reshaping with Invisalign, do I do this Before or After Permanent Retainer is Put on?

March 19, 2012
Asked By:katie8

I am in my final tray of invisalign for my top teeth and on tray 15 of 17 for my bottom tray. I want to have my teeth shaped to an even length because one front tooth is longer than the other. Plus, I always thought shaped even teeth are beautiful. My question is do I get the shaping done before my refinement trays or after the permanent retainer is put on my teeth to hold them in place?

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Answer: Timing of shaping is not critical

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Answer: Timing of shaping is not critical

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Answer: Shaping Invisalign Teeth

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