I have done plenty of cases where we have minimized or completely closed the open bite situation. Many times people are okay with a reduction in their open bite situation. Invisalign can achieve this. Of course without having the luxury of your pictures, it's really difficult to give an... more
Invisalign for open bite correction?
Can I use Invisalign to correct my anterior open bite, with an overjet of 7 mm and overbite of 4 mm at the age of 42 years? I used a Hawley appliance in Feb 2003 and stopped using it in August 2003.
3 answers to “Invisalign for open bite correction?”
A: Invisalign is probably not the best option
It is extremely difficult to extrude teeth using Invsialign. Therefore, open bite corrections are not good Invisalign cases. You would certainly have more predictable treatment with bracket/wire treatment.
A: Consult an Orthodontist
In your particular case, you may want to consult an orthodontist to determine if traditional braces would be a better option for you. Anterior open bites are more complex and in some cases may require surgery
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