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Can Invisalign Fix my Open Bite? (photo)

I am 36 years old and my teeth are quite straight (at least i think so), but i have an open bite The pictures show my bite completely closed. As far as I can tell, my teeth protrude more forward than they should be, as you can see in the profile. Would invisalign fix this and if so, what would the estimated time frame be? Would I need "attachments" ? Can invisalign actually pull my teeth back into position and if so would it change my profile? Would there be ongoing treatment?

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by jonance in Louisville, Kentucky

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Invisalign works remarkably well on an anterior open bite.C

Having completed many open bite cases similar to yours with Invisalign, I can say with a good deal of certainty that this is an effective clear aligner therapy to correct this condition. It appears from the photos you submitted that your upper and lower dental arches are also narrow and Invisalign will also help with an expansion of the upper arch to correct possible crossbite that may also be present in the posterior (back) teeth.

Gerry Curatola, DDS

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Invisalign for open bites

Despite the pics being upside down, yes Invisalign can fix an open . The front lower teeth can be tracked backwards to create space for the upper incisors to be pulled backward and also downward. They will also look longer as well. In more extreme open bites I recommend extractions and more attachments

Invisalign Can Fix Your Open Bite

Even though you posted your photos upside down, it does appear as if Invisalign would be able to pull back your teeth and close your open bite. It probably will need attachments, and will probably take about 1 year.

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jonance
7 months ago

Sorry. The pics cane out upside down. Hopefully you still get the idea as i cannot edit them fir some reason

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