Arch expansion time with Invisalign will vary with each case

Lance Timmerman, DMD answers: How long does it take to widen arch with Invisalign?

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?


Lance Timmerman, DMD
27 days ago
By Lance Timmerman, DMD - Seattle Cosmetic dentist

The forces generated with Invisalign are softer than with wires and brackets, and some arches need more expansion than others.  The general rule of thumb is around 6 months, but can be much longer.

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