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Will Invisalign Correct an Overbite?
Is Invisalign overbite correction possible? Can I use Invisalign to correct an overbite?
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Overbite and overjet correction is possible with Invisalign
Many people use the term "overbite" interchangeably to mean both the vertical discrepency of overbite and the horzontal discrepency of overjet. In orthodontics, it has the meaning of the former.
Both, overbites and overjets can be corrected with Invisalign, however, there are some limitations, especially with the severe varieties as shown above. 100% correction may not be possible. There is a lot of variation in the levels of severity and in the amount of correction possible....
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Yes, Invisalign is great for correcting overbites
I have corrected many deep bites with Invisalign and they typically are resolved with the following three methods.
1. Intruding lower teeth: In most of the deep overbite cases I have seen in adults, the condition is caused by the supraeruption of the lower teeth. This is easily corrected with Invisalign aligners by simply intruding the lower teeth back into their natural position, which results in the lower teeth being more visible.
2. Intruding upper teeth: Overbites are sometimes a result...
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Overbite
Some bit correction can be done with Invisalign. There are limitations to what teeth movements can be made. Severe overbites sometimes require additional treatment. Overbite refers to the amount of overlap that the top teeth have over the bottom teeth. This is not to be confused with overjet which is how far more forward (towards the lips) the upper teeth are compared to the lower teeth. Most people use overbite and overjet interchangeably. Consult your Invisalign dentist to see if your bite...
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Invisalign can correct overbite.
In many cases Invisalign can correct an overbite. Some severe cases would require metal braces, or a combination of braces and invisalign.
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Invisalign can coreect an overbite.
The real question should be," to what degree can my overbite be corrected?" This can be only be answered by seeing the severity of the problem. I would recommend having a consultation with an orthodontist after he has examined you.
Springfield Orthodontist
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Invisalign can move teeth in any type of bite problem
Invisalign can move teeth to some degree in any situation. The devil, as always, is in the details. For example, if your overbite is a 3 on a scale of 1 to 10, then Invisalign may be able to correct it completely. If it is an 8 or 9, then Invisalign probably can't fully correct it. The question becomes, how much overbite correction is possible, needed, or acceptable. Many people can function well with an...
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Yes!
Invisalign work as good as other types of braces. Some teeth movement become challenging depending upon the compliance of patients. Also there are various factors that are responsible for overbite (dental only or skeletal, problem with how our upper and lower jaws come together) and depending upon the underlying cause, the treatment might be different.
Bellevue Orthodontist
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