Tooth extraction and IPRQuestion before treatment

Will stripping (IPR) damage my teeth?

Answered byDr Ivelina Ivanova-Koycheva, Orthodontist (MSc)Master's degrees in orthodontics in Rome and in aligner treatment in Turin, international lecturerPublished on 12 November 2026

If the procedure is carried out correctly, there is no danger of the teeth being damaged. The amount of enamel removed is minimal – just fractions of a millimetre. For each group of teeth there is a set maximum amount that can be removed, and this must not be exceeded. Orthodontists use special measuring instruments to control the process. When the rules of stripping (interproximal reduction, IPR) are followed, there is no risk of decay or damage to the teeth.

This answer is for general information. Your own case needs an examination by an orthodontist.