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Can Invisalign Correct my Teeth or Do I Need Braces?

I went and saw a dentist to see if Invisalign is suitable for me. When I was a teen, I had braces to correct an overbite. I am almost certain that my bite has not changed since then but my front four top teeth are crooked.

This dentist I saw told me that I would need conventional braces again for up to two years. I was a bit shocked because my teeth don’t look that bad and I thought they would only need Invisalign. Should I get a second opinion?

Asked 35 months ago by Inkii in Australia

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Second opinion is needed!

Sounds like your Ortho guy doesn't trust Invisalign very much. It works great for intruding teeth and crooked teeth in the front. You need to find a DDS that has done a lot of Invisalign, not just an orthodontist. Some of them are old school and want you to wear the ugly brackets. Tell him..Not for me SISTER..! lol Dr. Thomas

Michael J. Thomas, DDS

Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist

Crowding is only one variable in a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation

Crowding is only one variable in a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation. Considering the fact that teeth are continuously moving throughout one's lifetime and unless a consistent retention schedule was followed (are retainers still being worn...do they still fit?) after the original braces were removed, it is possible that some significant changes may have occurred. Crowding is the most obvious noticeable change that patients can directly see. Problems such as crossbites, rotations of back teet more

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Matt T. Walton, DMD

Alpharetta Orthodontist

A 2nd opinion may be a good idea

If there isn't excessive crowding, rotation or intrusion then Invisalign usually works well in cases that have been previously treated by "braces". Maybe you should seek the opinion of another Invisalign dentist in your neighborhood. You can find one by going to invisalign.com. Good luck.