Category “Dr Patel Answers”

Will my Invisalign retainer be affected by my wisdom teeth?

April 28th, 2011

Hello
I have just had the first invisalgn retainer fitted but it does not cover my wisdom teeth. Is this correct because I think the wisdom teeth might stop my teeth moving, as don’t wisdom teeth affect normal teeth when then start coming out? Should i have the wisdom teeth removed or is that an overreaction?
many thanks doctor

A.
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Dr Riten Patel

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What is the a good way of cleaning Invisalign aligners?

April 28th, 2011

Hello,

is there a correct way to clean invisalign braces? I was thinking of leaving them to sit in a glass of diluted mouthwash and water would that be a good idea, i don’t want to affect the clearness of the plastic and thought it best to ask first

thanks

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Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
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I have short roots so am using Invisalign to straighten my teeth, are there any bad side effects?

April 12th, 2011

I am going to get Invisalign in a couple of weeks. I had brace in my youth and have very short roots. Because of this my dentist wants to do all the orthodontic treatment as quickly as possible to prevent root resorption. Couldnâ��t this make the problem worse by apllying greater force to the teeth? I have not been able to find much info online so if you could give me some advice that would be great.

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Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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If I am unhappy with my current dentist who is performing Invisalign treatment can I change to another?

April 8th, 2011

I am pretty unhappy with the dentist carrying out my Invisalign treatment. Could I switch to another one?

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Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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Where do I start when it comes to getting Invisalign treatment?

April 8th, 2011

mother’s day present my not so little ones said they would treat me to invisalign as my teeth have always been a sore spot for me. what is the next step for me then if you can tell me please?

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Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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Can I get Invisalign on the NHS? Or could I at least get a contricution off them?

April 7th, 2011

Can I get Invisalign on the NHS? Or could I at least get a contricution off them?

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Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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Should I get veneers or Invisalign to fix my crooked teeth?

March 24th, 2011

my front top teeth are crooked and two of my other teeth overlap. i really want to get this sorted out but i’m not sure of the best way. i am looking at veneers or invisalign, the good thing about veners is they will be quick but i’m worried about having to get them replaced, would invisalign have more permanent results??,

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Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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How long would I need to wear attachments during Invisalign treatment?

February 21st, 2011

Q.
my dentist hsa said i will need attachments so will this be done throughout the treatment or for a short period? what do they look like are they obvious?,

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