Discover how Invisalign® can be used to rectify smile imperfections. Crooked teeth, overcrowding and the like can all be tackled with this innovative and invisible system. Even more advanced issues such as bite alignment can be fixed, depending on the severity of the problem. The provider’s treatment plan and the patient’s adherence to it all ultimately determine how effective the system is in providing a flawless smile.
Treating dental problems is not only about making someone look and feel better about their appearance. Fixing broader issues such as malformed bites can improve many facets of a person’s dental health. An improper bite can be caused by a variety of reasons:
The last factor, a misalignment in the jaw, can cause more than just a crooked smile. According to WebMD, it can lead a patient to experience teeth to wear unevenly, pain in the jaw and speech issues. Focusing treatment on correcting a crossbite, underbite or overbite can decrease the chances of developing more severe dental problems.
The treatment aims to correct dental issues with clear trays that are switched out every couple of weeks. By consistently wearing these aligners, the patient’s teeth start to shift gradually and fall into proper placement. The time of treatment is determined by the provider based on the starting condition of the teeth and bite.
Invisalign® can be used to fix a crossbite. This occurs when the several teeth are angled inwards toward the tongue or outward toward the cheek. One way the system works to treat this dental development is with the use of rubber bands that extend from the top tray to the bottom. The bands help to apply pressure to the areas of the jaw and teeth that are out of place, forcing a shift that, over time, leads to optimal placement.
The most obvious reason people seek orthodontic treatment in any form is crooked teeth. Having confidence for some comes down to a nice-looking smile. Overcrowding is one of the reasons for overlapping teeth. When teeth do not have sufficient space along the jaw to grow in at reasonable intervals, they start growing in on top of each other. Straightening them out can also improve dental health by allowing flossing and brushing to be more effective at keeping them clean.
Providers find that patients who are diligent and adhere to the recommended schedule do the best. The gradual shifting of teeth happens over many months, determined by the severity of the issues that need correcting. For the most success patients should wear the trays for 22 hours a day, taking them out only to eat, brush and floss.
Speaking to a provider about utilizing Invisalign® to fix major dental issues may prove beneficial for a variety of reasons. This transparent system is ideal for adults looking to keep a low profile while tackling a less-than-ideal smile and bite.
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