Can Invisalign mess up your teeth?

Can Invisalign Damage Teeth? Yes, Invisalign can damage your teeth – however, this is mostly if proper instructions have not been followed regarding your invisible braces. Invisalign is not painless, it's pretty common for your teeth to feel sore and uncomfortable – especially after a new, tightened set.

Can Invisalign damage teeth roots?

Root resorption: Invisalign^® has to cause a cellular response in the roots of the teeth in order to let them move. On rare occasions, it is possible for the cellular response to damage the ends of the roots of the teeth.

What are the disadvantages of Invisalign?

Do teeth relapse after Invisalign?

An orthodontic relapse can occur if teeth move positions after the tooth straightening treatment (braces). Our orthodontists have seen many cases where this has happened and now provide treatments to prevent and treat this problem.

Why are my teeth not perfect after Invisalign?

It's normal for your teeth to slightly shift after having your Invisalign braces removed or once you stop wearing Invisalign. This is the result of everyday wear and tear on your teeth as you bite down, chew, swallow, and speak.

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Are Invisalign effects permanent?

You can rest assured that Invisalign treatment is permanent and will give you straighter teeth for a lifetime if you follow the orthodontist's instructions.

When is Invisalign not recommended?

Invisalign may not be suitable for you in the following situations: If you still have baby teeth present. if you have had certain teeth extracted. if you have missing teeth, we may not be able to close them.

Who should not use Invisalign?

Large gaps: Even though Invisalign can fix small gaps between the teeth, large gaps may require braces. Intrusion and extrusion: Invisalign cannot raise or lower the position of the teeth. Prior dental work: Patients with previous dental work, such as bridges, may not qualify for Invisalign.

Which is better braces or Invisalign?

Braces are very efficient when it comes to fixing complex tooth issues, and they can align teeth and close gaps much faster than Invisalign. Even though it varies, usually patients wear braces from 18 months to 3 years.

Can Invisalign cause a GREY tooth?

While headaches and mouth discomfort are temporary side effects some people experience when they start their Invisalign treatment, demineralization is a relatively common side effect that's long-term. Demineralization can cause white spots to appear on a patient's teeth.

Will gums fill in after Invisalign?

It's not unusual for a person to find that they have black triangles — dark triangular spaces between their teeth where the gum isn't filling the space — after their teeth are moved with Invisalign or other orthodontic treatment.

How do you know if you have root resorption?

Why do orthodontists push Invisalign?

Re: Why would Ortho push for Invisalign? (non-medical question) Because they get a commission from Invisalign when they sell it to you. They can make more money for less effort with Invisalign than they can trying to manage braces.

Are Invisalign faster than braces?

Is Invisalign Really Faster than Braces? In short, the answer is yes. While traditional metal braces require somewhere between 18 and 24 months, the average length of treatment with Invisalign is 12 months. However, the time needed to deliver the results you desire largely depends on how complex the treatment plan is.

Which straightens teeth faster braces or Invisalign?

Invisalign can straighten your teeth quicker than traditional braces. Most patients are finished with treatment in just one to two years while traditional braces can take up to three years to yield significant results.

Does Invisalign change your face shape?

Any type of treatment, including Invisalign and braces, has the potential to create permanent changes in your dental and facial anatomy. That's why it's so important to visit a certified specialist in orthodontics for treatment, even if your smile concerns are mild.

What problems can Invisalign not fix?

Invisalign is also not capable of raising or lowering the position of the tooth in the jawline or correcting a midline discrepancy that's more than 2mm.

Can Invisalign erode enamel?

Because teeth are covered by plastic aligners nearly 24-hours a day, there is a lack of oxygenation and saliva to support tooth structure. If, then, acidic ingredients sit on teeth that are covered, there is a higher risk that enamel will weaken over time.

Is getting Invisalign worth it?

The advantages of making this commitment, however, are tremendous. Invisalign is far less noticeable than metal braces, and only requires a treatment time of 1 year. There are no food or drink restrictions, and it is easier to brush and floss with your alignment trays.

Can Invisalign push teeth back?

Invisalign can indeed push front teeth back so long as there is enough space for these teeth to move into. If there are gaps behind the protruding front teeth then these gaps will be taken up as the front teeth push back.

How do I know if Invisalign is working?

How to Tell If Invisalign is Tracking Correctly. Your aligners should fit snugly against your teeth without any large and noticeable gaps. To prevent problem areas from showing up, your orthodontist will give you a couple of small foam cylinders known as chewies.

Do you have to wear a retainer forever after Invisalign?

Dr. Kathryn Swan, a board-certified orthodontist, recommends that everyone wear a retainer after completing Invisalign treatment. Just like with traditional braces, wearing a retainer after completing Invisalign helps you maintain your beautifully straightened smile.

Is 20 hours a day enough for Invisalign?

The aligner trays are only effective during the time they are in physical contact with teeth. This is why Invisalign recommends that the trays are worn for at least 20 to 22 hours per day. The trays are designed with the assumption that patients will comply with this rule.

Do you have to wear a retainer forever?

To maintain a straight smile for a lifetime, you're going to need to wear your retainers nightly for the rest of your life. The good news is, after some time it won't be necessary to wear them as often.

What does tooth resorption look like?

On the outside of teeth, external resorption may look like deep holes or chips. Resorption affecting the roots of a tooth can be seen in X-rays as a shortening of the lengths of the roots and a flattening of the root tips.