“Can I get my teeth filed with braces?”
I wear braces and I need to have a filling. Can I get my teeth filed with braces?
3 Answers
Yes, you can. Your orthodontist will make necessary accommodations for your dentist to do the work.
Generally speaking, yes, you can have dental restorations while you are in orthodontic treatment. Sometimes a wire needs to be removed or a bracket removed. Your dentist and orthodontist often need to coordinate your restorative treatment.
If you get Invisalign braces you may well have to get some of your teeth filed. This procedure, known as interproximal reduction (IPR), creates a small amount of space between the teeth so that they can move into position.
