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My dentist told me i was missing a bone in between gap but during my invisalign treatment my gap is starting to close. what's the reason for this?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Pressure: The space between your teeth is closing due to the pressure the aligners are exerting on your teeth. Please refer other questions about the level of bone to your provider. They have examined your radiographs and are better prepared with the correct answers.

Answered 10/11/2014

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Its by intent: when teeth are moved, bone is resorbed from one side and formed in the opposite side. there is a lot of bone remodeling that takes place when teeth are moved due to external forces.

Answered 10/11/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your dentist: Untreated gingivitis can advance to periodontitis and can eventually lead to gap between the teeth, tooth loss and other health problems. See your dentist if you suspect you have gum disease because the sooner you treat it the better.

Answered 10/11/2014

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Problematic: Teeth can be moved into an area where bone has been lost to the detriment of their support system. For reasons such as this it is advisable to see a Specialist for Specialty Treatment. A second opinion may be in order.

Answered 11/21/2014

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