Thanks to Invisalign clear aligners, teens, children, and adults can all achieve better smiles with less pain, improved hygiene, and no food restrictions.
Gone are the old days of traditional metal braces for fixing a wide range of dental issues and crooked teeth. Thanks to Invisalign clear aligners, teens, children, and adults can all achieve better smiles with less pain, improved hygiene, and no food restrictions. From younger mouths with baby teeth to older folks with overbites, Invisalign can fix most dental issues. Read on to learn which types of problems Invisalign can and can’t fix!
What Could Invisalign Fix?
Invisalign aligners are able to treat various mouth issues like overbite, underbite, crowding, and much more. Invisalign treatable cases usually include:
- Overbite – the bottom teeth sit behind the top once the jaw is closed
- Underbite – bottom teeth that sit right in front of the top when the jaw is closed
- Crossbite – both the top and bottom jaws don’t line up once the jaw is closed
- Gapped teeth – spacing and large gaps between teeth
- Open bite – the top and bottom teeth don’t touch once the jaw is closed
- Crowded teeth – teeth cross and shift forward or back
- Baby and permanent teeth – developing smiles in kids between the ages of six to ten
- Straightening – minor fixes to straight smiles
Serious cases might still be treatable by Invisalign but can involve a few extractions and oral surgery as recommended by your doctors. See what Invisalign can do for you or your kids.
Crossbite, Underbite, and Overbite Treatment
These cases refer to the position of your lower jaw once the mouth is closed. An overbite is when your lower jaw sits back, and your bottom teeth close behind the top few teeth. Underbite is the opposite since this is when the jaw sits forward and your bottom teeth close in front of the top. A cross bite occurs when the lower and upper jaws don’t line up whether shifted to the right or left. Invisalign uses mandibular advancements, otherwise known as precision wings, to help guide your jaw into correct alignment while straightening your teeth at the same time. All depending on the severity of the bite, additional treatments like surgery may also be required.
If you’re in need of an Invisalign consultation for any of these dental issues, give Catonsville Dental Care a call today!
Catonsville Dental Care Can Handle All of Your Oral Care Needs
Catonsville Dental Care offers a wide variety of services when it comes to oral health. We have the experience and understanding to diagnose and treat any problem you have as quickly and painlessly as possible. With four dentists available at our office and a commitment to comfort, safety, and relaxation, you can’t find a better provider for your health. We look forward to helping you keep your smile perfect all year long and talking with you about your needs. To schedule an appointment or consultation, visit us online or give us a call at 410-747-1115. For more tips and tricks, follow us on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, and YouTube.