I am almost finished with Invisalign and would like to know if I need to switch dentists if I can finish treatment on my own. I only have three months of treatment left, and my dentist gave me the remaining trays. After Christmas, I will relocate to Virginia to be closer to my aging parents. I will see my dentist one more time before I move. My dentist wants me to find a new Invisalign dentist, but I want to know if I can continue without one. Thank you. Carolyn M. from Peoria, IL
Carolyn,
Thank you for your question. Many patients wonder whether they should find a new Invisalign dentist if they are relocating and almost finished with treatment.
Do You Need a New Invisalign Dentist After You Move?
You may need to switch Invisalign dentists if you are nearing the end of treatment and are relocations. Reasons to switch dentists include:
- Ensure your treatment plan is on track
- Determine whether you need new attachments for precise movement
- Remove tiny amounts of enamel from between your teeth (Interproximal reduction) to ensure they align properly
- Take a new scan of your teeth to identify whether they need refinement
- Order a short series of aligners to refine your treatment outcome
- Help you get back on track if anything interferes with your treatment
- Order a custom retainer after you finish the Invisalign treatment
After you select a new Invisalign dentist in Virginia, contact your current dentist to transfer your dental records and Invisalign care.
- Schedule an appointment with your new dentist
- Bring your remaining aligners with you
- Schedule follow-up visits with the new dentist
When you complete treatment, your new dentist will use digital impressions of your teeth for the Invisalign lab to use when creating a custom retainer. Your dentist will explain how long you must wear the retainer to maintain your teeth alignment.
Look for a dentist in your new city with extensive Invisalign experience.
Baton Rouge dentist Dr. Steven Brooksher sponsors this post. Dr. Brooksher has experience with Invisalign and other brands of clear aligners that are alternatives to Invisalign.
