Miami Orthodontists

Why Do I Have to Wear my Invisalign Trays for 3 Weeks when It Seems Like The Norm is 2?

Some teeth movements are more difficult than others, so sometimes they require more time to move.  2 weeks is the national average.  My advice is to listen to your orthodontist, he may have a good reason for the longer interval time. 

Michael Minars, DMD

Miami Orthodontist

How Long is Invisalign Needed for a Malocclusion Like Buck Teeth?

Invisalign can correct many different orthodontic problems.  "Bucked" teeth are when the front teeth appear as if they are more forward  then the lower teeth.  They usually are prone to damage, because if the patient falls they are very likely to be the first thing that hits the ground.  To answer the question, it depends how flared the teeth are.  If they are extremely flared then braces may be the better choice. 

Michael Minars, DMD

Miami Orthodontist

Can I Fix my Mild Crowding Without Extraction of Bicuspids?

i am 23 years old and cosidering getting braces for my crowded teeth so that my smile and face can be more symmetrical. so far i hav visited two orthos who say i need extraction yet i do not want to extract my healthy teeth. i plan on visiting other orthos to get a second opinion but i would like to know what you think. i've attached some pics of my teeth. my bottom row of teeth are perfectly straight with no crowding at all and my top teeth have a bit of crowding. ps: i grind my teeth at night

For a decision to be made more information would be necessary.  I would look at your cephalometric x-ray to determine if your front teeth are flared forward.  If that is the case I too would recommend extractions because I do not like crooked or straight teeth that appear "flared.''  In my office I would still considering non-extraction if the patient insists with the understanding that the teeth will be aligned but may appear "flared".

Michael Minars, DMD

Miami Orthodontist