Although all the teeth and parts of the keratinized gingiva are covered nearly all day during Invisalign treatment, the periodontal risk is lower than that associated with fixed lingual appliances. This may be due to the fact that aligners are removable, permitting unimpeded oral hygiene. In contrast, the lingual tooth surfaces are very difficult to clean when fitted with a fixed appliance.
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