Question 1

i am 5 weeks pregnant today i went to the dentist and the took off my attachments for my invisalign . they drilled it away and didnt suction so i ended up swallowing it all. i am concerned for my baby?

Accepted Answer

: No concern. The plastic will pass straight through your GI tract without being absorbed. As a matter of practice protocol, we use high speed evacuation when removing attachments, but that's mostly for patient comfort. Your baby should be fine. Congratulations.

Question 2

what can i do to remove the remnants of invisalign attachments or "buttons"?

Accepted Answer

Go Back To Dr.: If you still have composite remnants from attachments, go back to the treating doctor and request their removal.

Question 3

i'm interested to know what happens if you swallow an invisalign attachments?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: If it goes into your stomach  if you breath it into a lung , there can be problems.

Question 4

please tell me about invisalign?

Accepted Answer

Clear aligners: Moderately (average 41%) as effective as traditional braces (average 90%+), in the hands of a trained skilled orthodontic specialist (less so in hands of generalist) at correcting malocclusion.  Best advice:  see orthodontic specialist for discussion of what will work best for you.

Question 5

when will my invisalign stop hurting?

Accepted Answer

3-7 days: If they are hurting past this, definitely discuss with your orthodontist about making possible adjustments.  Until then, consider some advil (ibuprofen).

Question 6

what does invisalign power ridge mean?

Accepted Answer

Focused power: 'power ridges' are a recent advancement with invisalign aligners..Their purpose is to provide more torque to move the roots of the teeth! invisalign has done some incredible improvements over the last 5 years to provide better applied forces, to move teeth more effectively.

Question 7

can you tell me about invisalign done?

Accepted Answer

Don't understand: Don't understand question.  Can you rephrase?  If you're asking are clear aligners as good as braces, the answer is no.  If you're considering straightening teeth/jaws, have consultation w fully qualified orthodontic specialist.

Question 8

how much time does it take invisalign to work?

Accepted Answer

Immediately : Your teeth will move a tiny bit while wearing your first set of aligners. You will not really see the movement because it is very small but you will feel it!

Question 9

how to know if i'm still a candidate for invisalign?

Accepted Answer

Consult: Call your dentist for a consult and he will tell you the next steps in your treatment. Good luck as invisalign is a very nice approach to getting that perfect bite.

Question 10

can you tell me is invisalign suitable for teenagers?

Accepted Answer

Possible: It is possible with older and responsible and compliant teenagers. Your case may vary, your doctor should advise you.

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I am 5 weeks pregnant today i went to the dentist and the took off my attachments for my invisalign . they drilled it away and didnt suction so i ended up swallowing it all. i am concerned for my baby?

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What can i do to remove the remnants of invisalign attachments or "buttons"?

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I'm interested to know what happens if you swallow an invisalign attachments?

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Please tell me about invisalign?

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When will my invisalign stop hurting?

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What does invisalign power ridge mean?

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Can you tell me about invisalign done?

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How much time does it take invisalign to work?

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How to know if i'm still a candidate for invisalign?

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Can you tell me is invisalign suitable for teenagers?

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