Invisalign® helps people achieve an ideally aligned smile by correcting teeth misalignments and bite issues. Among the most common bite issues corrected with Invisalign® are underbites, overbites, crossbites, and open bites. The way that each one is treated by Invisalign® may vary.
The goals for Invisalign® treatment
During an Invisalign consultation, the dentist examines the severity of the patient’s malocclusion and provides a treatment recommendation. Every treatment plan is unique, but the common goals include addressing crooked teeth, overcrowding, gaps between teeth, and jaw misalignments.
Invisalign® for teeth alignment concerns
One of the primary reasons to get Invisalign is to correct common teeth alignment issues, such as overcrowding, crooked teeth, and gaps between teeth. Invisalign can correct these concerns by pulling teeth into a more ideal alignment. This is achieved by the aligners pushing and pulling misaligned teeth into the proper positions. As teeth begin to straighten, new aligner sets are provided until the desired alignment is achieved.
Bite issues that Invisalign® can correct
Invisalign is most commonly used to address teeth alignment concerns, but it can also correct issues with a person’s bite. Common bite issues that Invisalign can address include underbites, overbites, and crossbites. Invisalign works for these concerns by improving teeth alignment and moving the jaw into a proper position. For example, a dentist may treat an underbite during Invisalign treatment by pulling the jaw further forward with elastics.
Correcting teeth spacing issues with Invisalign®
In addition to teeth and jaw misalignments, Invisalign can address issues with teeth overcrowding. Overcrowding can lead to the teeth appearing crooked. So, the dentist may recommend the extraction of less visible teeth, such as the wisdom teeth, to create more room in the jaw. However, this is not always necessary.
Invisalign® vs. traditional braces
Both Invisalign and traditional braces can improve the patient’s bite by improving the alignment of the teeth and the jaw. Invisalign works well for mild to moderate bite issues, whereas traditional braces may be the preferred solution for severe bite complications. The best way to determine whether Invisalign or braces is the best solution is to visit a licensed dentist for a consultation.
How to keep the results of Invisalign® for the long term
It is important to wear a retainer as directed by the dentist after Invisalign treatment, to prevent the teeth and jaw from returning to the positions they had before treatment began. If the post-treatment retainer is worn correctly, the results of Invisalign could last for a lifetime.
How to get started with Invisalign® treatment
A straight jaw and teeth alignment can give many patients more confidence and reduce the risk of concerns such as bruxism and cavities in hard-to-reach areas of the mouth. To learn more about the benefits of Invisalign and to start the treatment process, schedule a consultation here at our dental practice.
Request an appointment or call The Smile Spa at (818) 699-9377 for an appointment in our Agoura Hills office.
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