Is Invisalign Worth Having Done when in Your 50's?

Only YOU can tell if it is worth it to do in your 50's.  It is very common for people in this age range to invest in themselves this way and they all wish they would have done so much sooner, but are glad that they did.

Ask an orthodontist or experienced Invisalign dentist if Invisalign would work for you.

As a young orthodontist many years ago, I saw a presentation on "Adult Orthodontics" by Dr Marvin Goldstein who made the statement in the title.  At the time, adult orthodontics just was not very popular as it is currently.  Invisalign has taken adult treatment to a whole new level.  As long as the health of the gums and bone support is good, then go for it.  Invisalign tends to be a better option than braces as a person gets older because large fillings and crowns that may appear as one gets older present an extra challenge with braces.  An evaluation by a qualified Invisalign orthodontist is in order.  Good luck to you.

Yes, Invisalign is an option regardless of your age.  What I'm more concerned with is the fact that you mentioned you have had extensive dental work and that you say that your teeth are "crowded, crooked and discolored" along with a bridge.  You are right that a bridge can complicate Invisalign treatment.  Invisalign may be an option for you, along with replacing the restorative work you had done 15 years ago and restoring your bite and smile all at the same time.  Seek out a couple of dentists who have extensive training and experience with both Invisalign (or orthodontics) as well as restoring complicated cases to see if you will benefit from a combination treatment.

How much is a beautiful smile worth? One is never too old to improve their smile. Invisalign is a wonderfull way for an apprehensive adult to straighten their teeth and achieve a beautiful smile. Age should not be a factor in your decision.

It used to be that orthodontics was just for kids.  With Invisalign, not only is it more pleasant to straighten your teeth as an adult, it actually is thought of as cool to do while your an adult.  The few people who realize you're doing it will tend to say, "Wow!  How cool."  Most people will have no idea you are undergoing orthodontic treatment at all.  And of course, it's a great opportunity to whiten your teeth since you're already wearing the appliances.