06 Apr What Kind of Bite Issues Can Invisalign Correct?
Having straight teeth is more important than just aesthetics. Although a great smile is a wonderful result from having teeth straightened, there are other important aspects of a corrected collusion. Invisalign clear aligners provide the ideal remedy for many bite issues.
Issues Resolved with Invisalign
Overbite and Underbite – When top teeth protrude or bottom teeth appear recessed, it is often the result of overcrowding. Lack of jaw space to accommodate teeth is a common problem. As teeth erupt, they fight for available space often resulting in some type of misalignment.
Unwanted gaps between teeth – Closing those spaces can be accomplished by realigning teeth.
Open Bite – If your teeth do not meet, problems with chewing can result in uneven wearing down of teeth.
Crossbite – This means that one or more top teeth do not properly correspond to the correct bottom teeth.
A conversation with your dentist will reveal if you are a good candidate for Invisalign teeth straightening.
Invisalign Advantages
Appearance – The clear aligners allow patients to have teeth straightened with a practically invisible method which is appealing for teens and adults of all ages.
Removable – The ability to eat anything you wish makes Invisalign the ideal way to correct a malocclusion. Aligners are taken out for meals and snacking. As a second bonus, this feature also makes daily brushing and flossing much easier than with traditional braces.
Comfortable – The aligners are made from a plastic material that is strong enough to shift teeth, but since no metal or wires are present to abrade soft oral tissues, they are more comfortable than standard braces.
Convenient – Although periodic visits to the dentist are needed to make sure teeth straightening is progressing correctly, the patient is responsible for making needed adjustments to keep teeth moving. That is done by replacing aligners every two weeks with the next in the series. Each aligner will feel snug when first placed; at the end of the two week period teeth will have shifted. This process continues until the program is completed.
Treatment times vary based on the level of malocclusion being corrected. It is important that aligners be worn twenty to twenty-two hours every day.
Although your goal is a great smile, straight teeth can mean less decay and fewer problems with gum health. Ultimately you will likely experience better oral health which can lead to improved overall health.
To learn more about Invisalign, contact Aesthetic Dental Partners today to schedule a consultation.