Many of my Invisalign patients are former traditional braces patients. Invisalign is great for correcting spaces in the teeth or relapses caused from not wearing a retainer. Each patient is different.. "Before treatment" analysis of your teeth should be made to determine if in fact you are a good... more
Can Invisalign be used after braces?
I have already had the full metal wrap around bracket braces on my teeth to correct an overbite and space but I failed to wear my retainer after the braces came off. Due to that mistake I have several spaces between my straight teeth. I no longer have the overbite but I would like to close the gaps. It has been seven years now and I don't know what the right course of action should be. So, I would like to know if Invisalign would be the best way to correct my teeth or would I be able to get another retainer? Thank You,
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6 answers to “Can Invisalign be used after braces?”A: Invisalign after braces
Well, to answer your questions if you can wear Invisalign after braces: Yes, you can. Retainers will only retain the position of your teeth; they will not move them in any way. You will need to either go back to braces or do Invisalign in order to close the gaps. If the gaps are not too widespread, then it... more
A: Invisalign is a perfect solution to your problem....
Invisalign is a perfect solution to your problem. Closing spaces is the easiest application for Invisalign in most cases. Many of our patients are those who previously underwent conventional orthodontics and have a relapse due to not wearing a retainer.
A: Invisalign after Braces
Yes, Invisalign can be used after traditional braces if you are the proper candidate. For extrusion movements or to close an anterior open bite it is less predictable than being used for more simple movements. Make sure to consult with your certified dentist. Usually for a relapse case it is effective, but... more
A: Invisalign is great for "second time around" orthodontics
When someone had traditional braces in the past and teeth have shifted, they usually have not shifted back to the original position, so the level of effort to get straight again is less than at first. Invisalign works VERY well in this situation.
A: Invisalign after Braces
Invisalign can be used and is an excellent choice for patients who have had a mild relapse.
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