What Do Invisalign Aligners Treat?

Orthodontists use Invisalign aligners to treat conditions including:

• Gaps between teeth
• Crowding
• Deep overbite
• Open bite
• Crossbite
• Excessive overjet

We'll talk about different dental problems that need orthodontic care and how orthodontists fix them with Invisalign. Orthodontists use Invisalign aligners to treat these conditions. One common problem is an overbite.

Correcting an overbite with Invisalign aligners is a key part of their work. This treatment involves using clear, custom-made aligners. These aligners gently move teeth into the right position, fixing the overbite.

Invisalign aligners are a popular choice for closing gaps between teeth. These gaps can lead to issues like crooked teeth and gum problems. They can also increase the risk of tooth damage.

Invisalign uses plastic aligners, known as aligner trays, to address these issues. This method is effective not only for closing gaps but also for treating crossbite and underbite.

Your dentist will create a personalized treatment plan with a series of aligners. Each aligner tray is designed to gently and safely move your teeth. This process ensures gradual tooth movement and straightens misaligned teeth.

Sometimes, after Invisalign treatment, further dental work might be necessary. For example, if the teeth are too small, a specialist may perform restorative bonding. This procedure helps to fully close any remaining gaps and perfect your smile.

Yes, Invisalign treatment is frequently used to correct a crossbite, also known as an underbite.

A crossbite is a type of malocclusion created when the upper and lower jaws are misaligned, causing improper overlap of the top and bottom rows of teeth. If left untreated for too long, the patient may eventually need surgery, which can be expensive and complex.

Invisalign aligners are a reliable and effective method for shifting teeth into a proper bite. Crossbites are some of the most complex orthodontic conditions, so it is important to find an experienced orthodontist. If you’re seeking treatment with Invisalign treatment, look for a highly-ranked, experienced doctor, such as a Diamond Plus or Diamond Invisalign provider. 

To correct crossbites with Invisalign treatment, your orthodontist uses an iTero digital scanner to create a comprehensive image of your mouth, teeth, and roots, to effectively diagnose your condition and develop a treatment plan. The carefully developed regimen of aligners will slowly draw your teeth into their correct positions. In certain cases, a combination of braces and Invisalign treatment may be necessary to achieve the best results, or the doctor may refer you for oral surgery to surgically remove or adjust certain teeth. 

Learn more about iTero 3D Digital Scanning . 

There are some dental conditions that may not be treatable with Invisalign aligners:

Shape and Size of Teeth

Some genetic factors, such as tooth size and shape, cannot be corrected by any orthodontic treatment. These will require cosmetic surgery to correct, using veneers or dental reshaping, to create a healthy, beautiful smile. Your orthodontist may undertake part of your treatment using orthodontics, and then refer you to a cosmetic dentist to finish your care. 

Extrusions or Intrusions

Due to the design of Invisalign aligners, it is less effective for drawing out impacted teeth (extrusions) or lowering them further down (intrusions). Orthodontists sometimes use braces to achieve this part of treatment before switching you to Invisalign treatment. 

Extreme Tooth Rotation 

Crowded growth during dental development may cause a large degree of tooth rotation, where the tooth is twisted out of its correct position. If the rotation is more than 20 degrees, Invisalign treatment may not work alone to move it into its correct placement.