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I'm 73, Have Implants (2 Upper,5 Lower) & Bad Crowding of Lower Teeth. Am I A Candidate For Invisalign?

asked 7 months ago by ruthsmom in Mountain View, CA
Latest answer by Greg Jorgensen, DMD, MS
Question viewed 269 times
Tags: age 65-74, crowded teeth, candidate, implant

Am I a candidate for Invisalign? (My implants are on the outermost teeth -- I don't know the tooth numbers) My dentist says I am in danger of losing my teeth because of this crowding and rotation Is this true?

5 answers to I'm 73, Have Implants (2 Upper,5 Lower) & Bad Crowding of Lower Teeth. Am I A Candidate For Invisalign?

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Invisalign is Perfect for Your Golden Years

At 73 you wouldn't even be my oldest Invisalign patient! (I've got three older than you.) I think Invisalign is ideal for many problems in patients your age. It gives you the options to eat what you want and then brush and floss as you wish. On common treatment for extreme crowding is the removal of a single lower incisor. Invisalign is an effective tool for these patients. The only drawback is that you mush have a litte dexterity to be able to get the aligners in and out. Ask your... more
Greg Jorgensen, DMD, MS

Albuquerque Orthodontist
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73 with crowding and 2 implants can Invisalign be done

Definitely possible for Invisalign to correct this kind of situation. A thorough examination by an Invisalign certified dentist or orthodontist would be important to check out periodontal health as well as movement possibilities. If things look good a computer proposal called a clincheck can be done so you and your dentist can see what can actually be done and how long it might take. This requires a couple impressions of your teeth, some pictures and a bite registration... more
Scott LeSueur, DDS

Mesa Cosmetic Dentist
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Candidacy for Invisalign requires a clinical exam

Without photographs and a work up to determine periodontal health, it is difficult to say if Invisalign is appropriate. While implants are present, they may not interfere. However, they will not move, so the current position is where they will remain. Implants MAY assist with the orthodontic movement, as an anchor for leverage, but if the implants are not in a desired location, they would need to come out. Crowded and rotated teeth are difficult to keep clean, so it is... more
Lance Timmerman, DMD

Seattle Cosmetic Dentist
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I'm 73, Have Implants (2 Upper,5 Lower) & Bad Crowding of Lower Teeth. Am I A Candidate For Invisalign?

In cases likes this is very hard to determine what options to provide, photos , impressions and radiography will be best to have because implants might interfere. It is not the case all the time, but keep in mind you can not move implants at all with any type of braces. It is nice to know you are thinking about the idea of straightening your teeth because it will improve your overall health.You may be surprised to know that the benefits of having properly aligned teeth extend far... more
Pamela Marzban, DDS

Fairfax Cosmetic Dentist
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Do implants effect Invisalign treatment?

We treat many patients that have implants in their mouths with orthodontics, both with braces and Invisalign. Depending on where your crowding is, and your current "bite", your result may be facilitated or hindered with the presence of the implant. Regardless, a successful compromise for you may be quite achievable.
Mazyar Moshiri DMD, MS

Saint Louis Orthodontist

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