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Will Invisalign help push shifted teeth back into place?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I used to have braces and lost my retainers a couple of months ago. My teeth got shifted and moved forward. I got new retainers made but my teeth have already shifted. Can I get an invisalign treatment only for a couple of months so my teeth can be pushed backward? And how much will that cost if it is pliable?

Answered by Dr. Akmal Albert Asham Abdelmalek

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Relapse is not uncommon following orthodontic treatment (braces) even after years that is why it is recommended to have spare retainers, permanent ones or if you are using removable retainers either a spare models kept at the orthodontist's office or the patient contacts the office immediately if their retainer breaks or is lost for a new impression before any changes happening to the teeth.

In your case, if you do not have these options mild changes should be amenable to correction with Invisalign. Contact your orthodontist for further information regarding the cost and duration of treatment.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.

The Probable causes

The probable causes include lost retainers.

Investigations to be done

Investigations to be conducted are orthodontic records such as photos, study models, x-rays, and cephalometric analysis.

Probable diagnosis

The probable diagnosis is a mild relapse.

Treatment plan

The proposed treatment plan involves aligner therapy.

Preventive measures

Preventive measures include wearing retainers full-time or opting for permanent retention.

Answered byDr. Akmal Albert Asham Abdelmalek

Medically reviewed byDr. Vinodhini J.

Published At July 11, 2020
Reviewed AtNovember 28, 2024

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Dr. Akmal Albert Asham Abdelmalek
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