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How does Invisalign Express work? 3 answers

What is Invisalign Express and how does Invisalign Express work?

Will Invisalign correct an overbite? 2 answers

Is Invisalign overbite correction possible? Can I use Invisalign to correct an overbite?

Do I still need to wear a retainer after Invisalign? 3 answers

Do you still need to wear a retainer after Invisalign? Or could you simply continue to wear the last Invisalign brace to ensure your teeth stay in place?

Invisalign - How long does it take to get your aligners? 3 answers

I went to my dentist several weeks ago and got my imprints and pics of my teeth for my Invisalign. I was wondering how long it will take for my...

Will Invisalign correct a serious overbite? 1 answer

I went to my orthodontist a few weeks ago and he told me I am a good candidate for invisalign. He is pretty experienced when it comes to treatment. I...

Is Invisalign the best teeth straightening option for really crooked teeth? 2 answers

How complex of a fix can u get from invisalign? My teeth are really bad so will it work on anyone or is there a limit?

What's the best Invisalign cleaning system? 1 answer

What's the best Invisalign cleaning system? What should I use to clean my Invisalign aligners?

What can I do about "black triangles" caused by Invisalign treatment? 3 answers

I started invisalign treatment in Feb. 08 for crooked teeth. I'm wearing the last tray for bottom teeth and the result is not nearly satisfying....

How long do Invisalign results last? 2 answers

I have always had straight teeth, but they started to shift when I turned 23 (I'm 24 now and they are still shifting). If I get Invisalign and...

Can I get Invisalign when I have porcelain veneers? 2 answers

I have had a problem for so long with the appearance of my teeth, so much so it has affected my life since I was aware I had bad teeth. Back in high...

Invisalign - Do I have to get aligners for both my top and bottom teeth? 3 answers

Is it common to just get invisalign on the top teeth or do you have to get them on both top and bottom?

Invisalign - Does it move the roots of your teeth like traditional braces? 2 answers

Is it true that Invisalign does not move the roots of your teeth, like traditional braces do? Is it true that you would have to wear your retainers...

Is 59 too old for Invisalign? 4 answers

I am 59 years old and recently retired from teaching.  I did not require braces as a teenager, but my teeth have become crowded as I have aged...

Can Invisalign close my gap? 2 answers

I have a gap in my two front teeth that is about a quarter of an inch wide.  Would invisalign work for me?

Will Invisalign fix flared out tooth problems? 2 answers

My two front teeth flare out with a gap, plus I have an overbite - would invisalign fix this flare?

Can Invisalign be used with dental implants? 4 answers

I plan to have all of my molars replaced with implants. I have slight crookedness in the front and would like to address that as well. Is it possible...

Can I get Invisalign if I have TMJ or TMD problems? 2 answers

I am almost ready to go ahead and start using Invisalign. The only thing stopping me is my issue with TMJ/TMD. Am I still a good candidate for...

Invisalign refund? 1 answer

I finished treatment with Invisalign.  My teeth are still crooked with a space between my front teeth. Has anyone in Calif. pursued getting any...

Protruding teeth correction with Invisalign? 4 answers

I have medium protruding upper teeth, which makes it hard to fully close the lips in a resting position. One ortho recommends extraction of four first...

Does Invisalign really correct underbite? 3 answers

My son has a slight under bite. Does anyone have experience using Invisalign to correct under bite? Any recommendations?

Cases of relapse (teeth shifting back) after Invisalign? 3 answers

I had braces for a little over 2 years when I was 12. I am now 26 and my teeth seems to have shifted back to their original position. I have slight...

Invisalign and wire retainer with fake tooth? 1 answer

I am missing a tooth right next to my front tooth and this has caused a lot of spacing. My dentist said that once Invisalign moves my teeth, I will...

Closing gap from teeth extraction with Invisalign? 3 answers

I have two baby teeth that never fell out and when I was a child. The dental office wouldn't pull them so im stuck with these "extra" teeth...

Invisalign for bottom teeth only? 5 answers

Can I get Invisalign just for the bottom teeth for overcrowding? How much will it cost (I live in NYC)?

Metal Bond Wire or Retainers after Invisalign? 2 answers

I am coming to the final stages of my Invisalign treatment. Should I opt for the metal wire option where it is bonded to the back of my teeth, or...

How much does it cost to get a tooth gap closed? 2 answers

I have a gap in my two front tooth and I was wondering, how much willl it cost to get it closed?

Invisalign cost estimate for big overbite? 1 answer

I'm a teenager and I don't have teeth gaps, but a pretty big overbite. My family isn't really capable of being able to pay for braces (which are...

Invisible braces for correcting my overbite and crowded teeth? 1 answer

I have overcrowded teeth (both top and bottom) and overbite. Will lingual braces (invisible braces) fix the overbite? Will there be teeth needed to be...

Where can I find an Invisalign dentist? 2 answers

How can I find a good Invisalign dentist? Is there a directory of Invisalign dentists or do I just have to call local dentists and ask?

Tooth not lining up with Invisalign buttons 2 answers

I am currently on tray 12 out of around 26 for Invisalign on my upper teeth, and I am having a small problem. One tooth left of my front teeth is not...

Invisalign for my crossbite? 1 answer

I have a crossbite with my front two teeth and a tooth growing on the roof of my mouth. Can I get Invisalign?

Can invisalign move back teeth (6&7)? 2 answers

Will buttons be removed? will this harm enamel?

Can Invisalign fix gap caused by missing incisor? 1 answer

I have 1 missing incisor that is causing gaps, can Invisalign fix this? It's my right lateral incisor that's causing gaps on my top row, I don't need...

Invisalign attachment concerns 4 answers

Does the number of attachments change during Invisalign treatment? Will more attachments be added and/or will some be removed?

Will Invisalign Express be enough for gapped teeth? 2 answers

My only problem is that I have space in between my front two teeth. My teeth are not crooked, nor severly damaged. Will Express be sufficient enough...

Switching Invisalign trays every 10-11 days instead of 14? 2 answers

It seems like I have very little soreness after putting in my new Invisalign aligners. I feel the pressure the first couple days, but after that, the...

Invisalign for Teens for buck teeth? 1 answer

I only have buck teeth and I want Invisalign for teens. How long would I have to I wear them and how much do they cost?

Will Invisalign work for widely gapped teeth? 1 answer

I have quite wide gaps in my teeth. Will Invisalign work even with such wide gaps?

Age limit for Invisalign? 4 answers

What is the age limit for getting an Invisalign? What age is considered "too old" for this?

How are clear braces different from metal braces? 2 answers

Are clear braces still available as an alternative to metal braces? I don't mean invisalign, but the actual orthodontic braces that are tooth-colored.

Invisalign suggestions, comments and costs 1 answer

I have been considering Lumineers for a few months now until I realized I would much rather fix my real teeth rather than spend more money on a...

Invisalign vs braces for closing gaps? 1 answer

I have a gap between my two front teeth, but besides that my other teeth are pretty straight. I have an overbite, but I'm not too concerned about that...


Should Invisalign be done before veneers? 3 answers

Worn for overcrowded teeth.

Invisalign cost for spaced teeth? 2 answers

I have spaced front teeth, a bit of a gap. I'm wondering, how much would Invisalign cost for fixing this?

Invisalign before or after black triangle fixed? 1 answer

I am thinking of having Invisline. I have an implant on the UR1 (upper right front tooth), and I now have a dark triangle there, as there is bone lost...

Invisalign for correcting tilting teeth? 3 answers

My teeth tilt inwards and obviously need orthodontic work to correct this. Will Invisalign be able to correct this? Will Invisalign be worse, better...

Extraction of upper maxillary lateral incisors for Invisalign? 4 answers

I was hoping someone may be able to help me. I have been told that I would require the extraction of both maxillary lateral incisors in the top jaw...

Does Invisalign Teen require parental consent? 3 answers

I am 16 years old and a senior in high school, and I'm thinking about getting Invisalign Teen for myself after I graduate. Do I have to be accompanied...

Can Invisalign fix quarter inch teeth gap? 2 answers

I have a quarter inch gap between my two front teeth and I would like to close it or at least bring my front teeth closer together. This is hereditary...

Is it possible wear Invisalign on upper teeth only? 5 answers

I am very happy with my lower teeth, but not my upper. My front two teeth overlap slightly, and my fangs are crooked. I am 15 years old but I still...

How long will Invisalign usually take? 4 answers

I had Braces in high school, and now, four years later, one of my two front teeth is slightly in front of the other. Can anyone give an estimate of...

Possible to get Invisalign for crowded teeth without filing? 1 answer

My lower teeth are crowded. I want to have Invisalign, but don't want to get my teeth filed. Is it possible to get this treatment done without filing...

Invisalign for tilting canine? 3 answers

I had traditional Braces 13 years ago. My teeth have come out a little in the front and crowded. Also, one of my bottom canines is tilting towards the...

Possible to restart Invisalign? 2 answers

I got Invisalign trays a year ago, but quit 2 trays in. Is it possible to get back into using them, maybe by getting a couple new trays that will get...

Migraines from braces? 3 answers

My son has a tooth growing behind other teeth, and he has headaches ever since they put the spacers in. I read that braces can cause migraines, and am...

Invisalign for tooth that grew above baby tooth? 2 answers

I have a tooth that grew above a baby tooth. Is it possible to fix that using Invisalign or would I need traditional braces?


What is the Invisalign fee before dental office costs are added? 5 answers

How much is the actual Invisalign fee without costs added in by the dental office?

Cheapest solution for gapped teeth? 4 answers

I have a very small gap in between my two front teeth and my bottom fronts are a little crooked. What is the cheapest way of paying for this...

Invisalign for overcrowded front teeth? 3 answers

I have had a consultation with regards to Invisalign treatment. My teeth are overcrowded at the front. There isn't enough space for them so to make...

Invisalign with permanent bridges? 1 answer

Front 6 teeth are 2 separate 3 tooth bridges that are separating in the middle, small over bite and wide spacing on bottom teeth. Can Invisalign be...


How long does it take the Invisalign aligners to arrive? 2 answers

I am on week number 7 and there's no sign of them and haven't heard anything from my dentist. Curious why that is, the day the layout of how my teeth...

Other options for straightening teeth? 1 answer

I went to a dentist today and he said he was afraid that one of my bottom front teeth might fall out if I get Invisalign. I can't have metal in my...

Is Invisalign a good substitute for braces? 3 answers

I have crowding since my wisdom teeth grew in. I do not want regular braces to fix the problem. Is Invisalign a good alternative in place of braces?

Why would Invisalign attachments fall off or break? 2 answers

Why do 2 of my attachments keep falling off or breaking? I just finished a week on Invisalign. Additionally, my tray got loose very early.

Invisalign for wider dental arch? 2 answers

Hi Doctor,I am considering a treatment of some sort to get a wider dental arch. Is this possible in adults without "tilting" the teeth out...

Can I switch to braces if I'm not satisfied with Invisalign? 3 answers

From the reviews that I have read, I'm kinda convinced,but I am also a little worried about getting Invisalign. Also, I have read that braces are...

Why shouldn't Invisalign sets be replaced quicker? 5 answers

I have a question about my Invisalign express sets. You're suppose to be putting a new set every two weeks, but I've kinda been putting them on a...

Which between Invisalign and braces straightens teeth faster? 2 answers

Which makes your teeth straighter faster, Invisalign or braces? I want to know how can my teeth can get straighter faster in a shorter period of time.

Will my teeth ever settle despite inadequate Invisalign use? 1 answer

In using Invisalign for over a year, I have become lazy, using my aligners usually only at night and at most half of a day. Will my teeth ever settle,...

Will Invisalign push up the upper lip? 2 answers

I heard that Braces will push up your upper lip, will Invisalign do this? Since braces have the bulky metal thing in the front, it will push my upper...

Invisalign for receding teeth? 3 answers

I would like to know is it worth getting Invisalign if my teeth are receding? And is $5000 dollars reasonable for bottom teeth?

Will Medicaid pay for Invisalign Teen? 2 answers

I am a teen and on Medicaid. I need braces but I wanted to try Invisalign Teen. Will my Medicaid pay for it?

Can Invisalign cause teeth to push out? 3 answers

I read online that a girl got Invisalign for minor problem and that Invisalign pushed her front top teeth out and she now has to get them pushed back...

Invisalign or other options to correct gapped smile? 1 answer

I don't know the correct term for the problem with my teeth but I hate the gap between the bottom and upper teeth - it makes me conscious about...

What would happen to retainers accidentally washed in hot water? 3 answers

What is there to be done after accidentally washing the Essix retainer in hot water? Does the plastic distort even in a rather short moment under hot...

Invisalign to create space for adult teeth? 2 answers

I have 2 baby teeth. One has an adult tooth that has broken through and is slightly exposed. The other one has an adult tooth above it that has not...

Eating habits while on Invisalign? 3 answers

I am 13 years old and super ashamed of my teeth. I have a gap in my 2 front teeth and crooked teeth in areas. I really want Invisalign but I'm scared...

Invisalign cost for minor case? 2 answers

I had braces almost 10 years ago. I now have slight spacing in my front teeth. My dentist recommended Invisalign express. He quoted me $3100. I...

How severe of a problem can be fixed with Invisalign? 2 answers

My adult stepson has the WORST mouth that I have ever seen. Some teeth are forward, some are back, some are turned. His lower jaw rises up and then...

How much does Invisalign for upper teeth only cost? 2 answers

I have gaps on my upper teeth from my two front tooth and the teeth beside them. I'm considering getting Invisalign. I was wondering, how much would...

How long will it take Invisalign to close gap from tooth extraction? 4 answers

I had four teeth extracted. They are the two behind eachthe canine on top and the ones adjacent on the bottom. How long will it take Invisalign to...

Invisalign for turned in teeth from the center? 3 answers

My top front teeth are turned in from the center. Would Invisalign fix that? How much would it cost?

Will Invisalign change face structure? 1 answer

I'm 24 and I don't have a perfect smile like most of the girls in the United States since I didn't have braces when I was little girl. I want to do...

How long to wear Invisalign for crowded teeth? 4 answers

How long do you have to wear Invisalign? My teeth are very crowded and I wanted crowns, but they say that's too expensive. They said I should wear...

Invisalign possible for a patient with tuberous sclerosis? 1 answer

I am a father of an 18-year-old who has tuberous sclerosis and is autistic. She needs to be sedated for any work to be done on her. She lives in TN...

Does Invisalign work for buck teeth? 2 answers

I have really bad buck teeth. When I'm biting down, I have about a half inch space between my upper front teeth and my bottom teeth. Will Invisalign...

Does Invisalign work on all types of overbites? 2 answers

Hey, I'm from Norway where they also have this kind of treatment. I'm gonna be 17 soon and I'm considering Invisalign. I have a huge overbite, and...

Invisalign with veneers for overbite and slight overjet? 3 answers

Hi, I had braces 10 years ago. My teeth have slightly shifted and now I have a small overbite and slight overjet. I have veneers on my front two...

Invisalign on teeth with permanent bridges and veneers? 2 answers

I have an overbite from thumbsucking as a child. I had laminate veneers done on my top 6 teeth, but would still like to correct the overbite on my 2...

Will Invisalign work for crowded front teeth? 2 answers

I have crowded front teeth on the top and bottom. I also have a tooth that is growing a little behind all my other teeth, on the top and 1 on the...

Vivera vs grinding guard as retainer after Invisalign? 2 answers

The space left by an extracted lower front tooth has finally closed after two rounds of Invisalign. I am concerned about effective retention to keep...

Invisalign or Braces for anterior crossbite? 4 answers

I have a small gap in between my front teeth and also have an anterior crossbite. Will Invisalign fix this, or will I have to wear braces instead?

Is Invisalign suitable in correcting crossbites? 3 answers

My lower canines crossbite with my upper lateral incisors. Can this be corrected by Invisalign?

Is it okay to wear headgear with Invisalign? 1 answer

I'm class I on top left, class II on top right. I also have an overbite and crowded teeth and narrow arches--top and bottom. My orthodontist is...

Missing adult teeth matters for Invisalign? 2 answers

I have severe bottom crowding, and an overbite. I have several teeth that are missing, including my eye teeth. Does the missing adult teeth matter for...

Is Invisalign cost effective for senior citizens? 3 answers

I am over 65 years old and have NO dental insurance. My dentist is recommending orthodontics (Invisalign) prior to restorative work. The cost for...

Best orthodontic option for crowding and overbite? 2 answers

I'm interested in orthodontics for my teeth. Please see a model similar to my teeth in the picture below. I have the crowding problem and a bit of...

Duration of Invisalign treatment for teeth gap? 1 answer

I have gaps starting from the front two of my teeth at the top to the right side. They overlap the bottom of my teeth, which causes me not to show my...

Overbite correction with Invisalign without headgear? 1 answer

My husband has an overbite that disturbs his chewing--this is along with normal crooked teeth. I've had braces (twice) and so understand how s...

Retainers included in Invisalign treatment program? 2 answers

Do patients get retainers as part of the Invisalign treatment program? Or will there be an extra charge to get retainers after the treatment?

Does the Invisalign retainer fall out easily? 2 answers

With Invisalign, does the invisible retainer fall out easily?

Average cost of Invisalign for minimal teeth crowding? 2 answers

My teeth are just a little crowded. What do you think the average pricing would be for this? It would be on both top and bottom, and there are...

Do the buttons on invisalign have an effect on the teeth? 4 answers

I read a review and the person said that the adhesive on the buttons wore the enamel on their tooth. Is this possible or preventable?



Wisdom teeth extraction during Invisalign treatment? 4 answers

I started my Invisalign treatment, and my ortho now recommends that the 2 wisdom teeth be removed because the trays are not covering them, and...

Is it possible to select molars to extract before Invisalign? 2 answers

I had a consultation for Invisalign and was told that I have to extract 2 upper premolars and 2 from the bottom. This is due to overcrowding and cross...

What's the cost of Invisalign replacement tray? 2 answers

If I lose a pair of trays while in the Invisalign adult program, how much does a replacement usually run? I know replacements are included in...

Invisalign for a 59 year old? 4 answers

I am 59 years old, and my teeth had been filled up because of my gum disease. Can I have Invisalign treatment?

Invisalign or braces to correct overbite or overjet? 2 answers

I have an overbite or overjet of 4 mm. I also have 3 baby teeth, 2 in my upper jaw and one in my lower. I had braces previously. Could I use...

Invisalign results depend on competence of provider? 3 answers

Am I correct in assuming that your Invisalign results are only as good as the provider giving the service? Should the dental assistant be the one...


IPR before or after Invisalign? 4 answers

I have read that dentists are doing IPR (Interproximal Reduction) near the END of Invisalign treatment, but my dentist is proposing doing this FIRST...


Is Invisalign Teen cheaper than regular Invisalign? 3 answers

My Mother and I are considering getting Invisalign for me. I'm in the ages between 13-16. We want to know if the teens Invisalign is cheaper than the...

Can Invisalign correct bite problem from TMJ? 5 answers

I've had a perfect bite all of these years. Last year, due to the stress of having painful physical injuries, I started grinding again after many...

Is 13 old enough for Invisalign Teen? 2 answers

I want Invisalign Teen because they're clear and I don't want braces. But, I'm 13 years old. Is that old enough for this treatment?

Could Invisalign aligners take any longer than five weeks? 2 answers

I'm on week 7 and still don't have any Invisalign aligners. My dentist called me 7 weeks ago to tell me that they got the computer simulation....

Round tripping of teeth? 2 answers

Hi, what is round tripping of teeth and will any Invisalign dentist do it? Thank you.

Does Invisalign have an upfront lab fee? 3 answers

I just received a quote for Invisalign. The quote for the procedure seemed reasonable. Then the orthodontist said that there is an additional $2,000...


Is it possible to kiss with Invisalign on? 1 answer

This is kind of a personal question, but can you kiss and make out with the Invisalign in/on?

Does Invisalign work on overcrowding with turned tooth? 5 answers

Hi, I'm 16 years old. I had braces twice because I didnt wear my retainers. I have overcrowing and one turned tooth. Will invialign be able to fix...

Invisalign still around $5000 for minor gap? 4 answers

I have a small gap on the top front, and on my front bottom tooth goes over the other a little. You can't tell unless you look really close, but I...

How long does it take to widen arch with Invisalign? 3 answers

I am getting my arch widened to straighten teeth instead of IPR (Interproximal Reduction). Does it take a long time to widen the arch with Invisalign?

Invisalign vs Lumineers to correct spaced out teeth and improve bite? 2 answers

Which is better for correcting spaced out teeth and improving bite, Invisalign or Lumineers? How do they compare in prices?

Why would an orthodontist take longer with treatment than dentist? 1 answer

When I went to my dentist, they did my impressions and said my treatment would take about 9 months. I then visited an orthodontist who told me that my...

Bonding or Invisalign for small teeth with spaces? 4 answers

Hi I am 18 and I have smaller teeth than normal and spaces between them. I was wondering what I could do about it? I have had my two front teeth...

Invisalign for underbite and crowded teeth? 1 answer

I have an underbite and crowded teeth. Would I have to have some teeth pulled from the back? I'm 14 and would really like to not get braces.

Difference between Invisalign and aligners? 2 answers

My orthodontist told me that he does not do Invisalign aligners, but that he does a type of aligners that is very similar to Invisalign. Can you tell...

How can cost for Invisalign Teen be reduced? 1 answer

Hi! I'm between the age of 13-15, and me and my mom were thinking of getting this treatment, instead of dealing with the hassle of wearing braces. My...

Dental cleaning after Invisalign? 1 answer

I am getting Invisalign on Tuesday. My dentist called me yesterday, and I have an appointment to get my teeth cleaned on Thursday. I have to get 12...

Invisalign on false half tooth?

When I was young, I was in a motor accident and I lost half of a front tooth. A root canal had to be done on the other. I had an overbite before that...