A member asked:

Got a permanent tooth extracted and never got an impact so the teeth close by are falling into that place. well invisalign correct this?

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Dr. Howard Spector answered

Specializes in Orthodontics

Implant or Bridge?: Invisalign can be used to correct this problem if the "tipping" is not too advanced. Most often, when a tooth is removed, the adjacent teeth tip, drift or rotate into that space. Depending on the length of time that the tooth has been missing, the severity of the problem may preclude the use of invisalign to correct your problem. Sometimes, a combination of braces and invisalign can work!

Answered 6/22/2014

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Dr. I. Jay Freedman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Possibly: Depending on the degree of mal-alignment, Invisalign may or may not help. Minor to moderate drifting probably, but severe might require a combination of both! See an orthodontist or GP who is an Invisalign premier provider to get their assessment.

Answered 7/23/2014

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Depends: Posterior Bite Collapse. If teeth on either side of space have collapsed Invisalign can improve space by up to about 66%. If teeth in opposing arch have over-erupted, Invisalign not very effective at intrusion. Please see an orthodontic Specialist before this gets worse.

Answered 11/20/2014

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Possibly: All depends upon the position of the other teeth, bone present, jaw alignment, skeletal classification, etc. See an Orthodontist for full evaluation to find out your options. Sometimes invisalign is used in conjunction with braces to achieve the optimal result. Good luck.

Answered 12/29/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See an orthodontist: for evaluation, imaging and treatment options. Without all information about your situation, it is impossible to make a diagnosis.

Answered 12/29/2014

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