If you want to straighten your teeth, there are many options to consider. Traditional braces and Invisalign are both offer excellent treatments for different dental issues, but they aren’t for everyone. Looking for the best orthodontist in Oshawa for help with an overbite or crossbite, and maybe wondering about which option would work best. Here we discuss how Invisalign can help in fixing your crossbite.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign dental aligners gently straighten your teeth incrementally over several weeks and months. The treatment uses customized, clear plastic trays that the patient wears for 20 to 22 hours per day throughout the treatment. Invisalign treats mild dental alignment issues.
The customized aligner trays are made of a transparent plastic polymer and practically invisible, so most people won’t notice you are wearing them. They are also comfortable to wear and easy to clean because they are removable. You can easily take the aligner trays out and eat and drink the foods you want, give them a rinse and pop them back in.
The treatment also lets you customize your look. Your dentist will take an impression of your teeth and mouth and use these to make the aligner trays. You can also see what your mouth will look like once your treatment is complete. Your dentist can also monitor how your teeth are reacting to the treatment and make adjustments as you go.
How Can Invisalign Fix an Overbite or Crossbite?
A misaligned bite is when your teeth are not properly aligned and is called malocclusion. Malocclusion can lead to many severe dental problems such as the increased risk for gum disease and tooth decay and problems eating, talking or breathing and can cause uneven wear on your teeth.
There are generally three types of malocclusion, these are:
- Overbite – this is when your front top teeth stick out over your lower front teeth. If an overbite is severe, it can cause problems with your jaw.
- Crossbite – A crossbite happens when your top teeth rest inside of the bottom teeth, or if the upper back teeth hang out over the lower teeth. It can give your jaw an uneven or asymmetrical appearance and lead to increased risk of tooth decay, gum disease and teeth grinding (bruxism).
- Underbite – This is when your lower front teeth stick out in front of your upper front teeth. It can cause chewing problems and problems with speech.
Traditionally, braces are used to treat malocclusion, with surgery as an option for severe cases. Many people don’t care for the appearance of metal wire and traditional braces and want to find something less visible and more comfortable. Luckily, Invisalign is also an option for fixing overbite and crossbite issues.
Book for an appointment at lakesidefamilydental.ca and talk to your dentist to see which the best option for you is. Often Invisalign can help fix most overbites, some underbites and some crossbites. Invisalign uses tiny amounts of pressure to move the position of your teeth over several months. You will change aligners every few weeks throughout the treatment.
