Invisalign: Q&A
Ask a QuestionIf You Are 52 Years Old is It Okay to Wear Invisalign?
I am 52 years old and would like Invisalign. Is that possible?
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Zobida Rahim
in trinidad and tobago
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Invisible Braces is Appropriate for Any Age
Invisible braces (i.e., "Invisalign", "Clear Correct", etc.) is appropriate for individuals of all ages. The most important thing to consider is the health of your gums and bone. If you don't have bone loss around your teeth and if you are diligent with home care oral hygiene, then you may be an excellent candidate for invisible braces.
When you initiate orthodontic treatment of any kind, it's important to understand that it may be necessary...
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Manhattan Cosmetic Dentist
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52 years young and Invisalign!
Invisalign is a great approach to orthodontics for an ever-expanding group of situations. Age is not a factor - only health of the teeth and bone and position of the teeth and jaws.
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Patient's age and Invisalign
I want to thank you for an excellent question. A lot of my patients had the same concern. It is very simple: patient's age has nothing to do with Invisalign results. In other words, as long as your gums are healthy and teeth are fixed and free of decay, Invisalign can be used to achieve great results.
Hope this helps.
Dr. Ayzin
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You are never too old
Invisalign was originally developed for adults. The clear aligners allow people to improve the alignment of their teeth without the obvious look of braces. An important thing to be aware of is that tooth movement in the presence of gum inflammation can speed up the progression of gum disease. Be sure to have a thorough periodontal assessment and cavity assessment before you start. In a healthy mouth, Invisalign is a fantastic treatment option for adults.
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Toronto Cosmetic Dentist
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Invisalign is great for adults
The only thing I would be cautious about is if you have periodontal disease then get that fixed, or if your teeth are broken, worn, chipped, yellowed, have pre-existing fillings, then you might want to consider saving the money you spent on Invisalign and put it toward porcelain veneers.
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Is my age a factor when using Invisalign?
As long as you have your adult teeth present (as opposed to a child who may have some baby teeth present), age is not a factor when choosing between conventional orthodontics and Invisalign. In our practice we have plenty of adults, many older than you, who are currently successfully undergoing Invisalign treatment. Whether you are a candidtate or not depends largely on the complexity of your malocclusion. Thanks !
Mercer Island Orthodontist
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Never too old for Invisalign
Hello,
Invisalign will work for you. Your age is no concern.
Thank you,
Dr. Barba
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Is it okay to wear invisalign at 52 years old?
It is the perfect choice for someone your age! Contemplating braces with wires and brackets at that age might not be so comfortabe personally for you. Another added advantage of invisalign, is they are removable and you have less worry about gum disease because you do not have wires and brackets to clean around. I would say that at least half of my invisalign patients in our practice are 45 years old and older and can now afford to straighten their teeth. They are...
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Invisalign works For 52 year old man...
Teeth can always be moved as long as they are not implants or bridges. Invisalign will add decades of life to your teeth and enamel..Crooked teeth chip and wear unevenly thus shortening their longevity..
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Your never too old for Invisalign!
As long as your teeth and the supporting structures for your teeth are healthy, Invisalign can be a great option. As one ages, periodontal disease becomes the number one reason for tooth loss. Invisalign has advantages over regular braces when it comes to maintaining healthy gums,etc. in that the cleaning is facilitated and the accumulation of plaque is minimized. Your Invisalign Certified orthodontist/dentist can make a determination on the...
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