Can Invisalign Move Teeth Vertically and Horizontally?

If you think about how Invisalign fits over all the teeth as a single tray, you can see how physically difficult it is for Invisalign to move teeth away from the gums. There are auxillary 'attachments' that can be glued to the teeth to aid Invisalign in this movement, however, so some vertical movement is possible. If moving your front teeth away from the gums (making them look 'longer') is an important goal you should speak with an orthodontist who is... more

Invisalign is a tool for developing a beautiful smile like any other. It is good for certain tooth movements, but is less efficient for other movements. Every patient's treatment needs to be individualized to their goals and their face. Sometimes Invisalign is a good idea and sometimes it is not, but I wouldn't use the word "can't" for tooth movements than can be achieved. Through time consuming review of your ClnCheck by your orthodontist, proper staging and force... more

While Invisalign is much more predictable in moving teeth horizontally, it CAN accomplish MINOR vertical movement as well.