Will Invisalign Cause Bite to Be Off?

asked 2 years ago by SilverWolf in Redmond, W.A.
Latest answer by Michael J. Thomas, DDS
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I was told that since the aligners put a little space between your upper and lower teeth that it makes you gap or bite a little off. is this true? and are there any other negatives about invisalign vs. traditional braces?

5 answers to Will Invisalign Cause Bite to Be Off?

It's possible for bite to be off after Invisalign

Your bite can be off during and after Invisalign or ortho treatment. After all the teeth are moved into position then a full mouth bite adjustment is done to even the bite. Your Dentist or Orthodontist will do it at the end of treatment,if they dont then just ask them to do it.

Michael J. Thomas, DDS
Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist

Experience has shown that is not the case

When Invisalign first came out years ago, many orthodontists felt that because of the way it works, it would cause an adverse effect on the bite. Specifically, because there is constantly plastic between the teeth, it was felt that a open bite would occur in the back teeth. After treating some cases, perhaps reluctantly, we found that NOT to be the case. Invisalign is great at holding your bite steady while only moving the desired teeth.

Doug Depew, DMD
Atlanta Orthodontist

Invisalign Effect On Bite Alignment

Your experienced Invisalign dentist or orthodontist will be able to straighten your teeth using Invisalign while keeping your bite in proper alignment. In fact, Invisalign is now effective at correcting a bite that is out of alignment. Discuss these issues with you provider during the consultation phase to make sure he or she feels comfortable keeping your bite healthy and aligned.

Susan Goode Estep, DMD
Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist

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Invisalign and your bite

As invisalign moves your teeth, your bite will tend to feel "off" and weird as your teeth are moving and your bite is changing. Once you have finished invisalign, and are wearing retainers are night, your teeth will settle into their new position and new bite.

Gabriela Hricko, DDS
New York Orthodontist

Invisalign can make your bite feel off only during treatment

It is normal to feel your bite off while in any orthodontic treatment. There is nothing to be concerned about. When the treatment is finished your bite should feel right and just may require some minor adjustments.

Jennifer Jablow, DDS
New York Cosmetic Dentist

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