Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underInvisalign q&a

Clenching with Invisalign. Could doing this affect my treatment in a bad way?

samegigAug 7, 2015
Ever since I got Invisalign I've been clenching my teeth like crazy. I've noticed after the slight pain of doing goes away it feels quite nice, like I'm finally itching a spot that's been itchy for weeks. Could doing this affect my treatment in a bad way? P.S I never do it at night... just throughout the day I like to clench them occasionally.

Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dr. Robert L. Knudson, DDS
Dentist
Answered on Aug 10, 2015
Answer
2 people found this helpful
Dr. Tim Huckabee, DDS
Dentist
Answered on Aug 10, 2015
Answer
1 person found this helpful

More Invisalign Questions

Top Answer
User Avatar
Kenneth A. Barton, DDS

As an orthodontist, who has successfully treated over 2600 cases, I am fairly sure that your mid-line can be corrected, especially since it was originally centered when your treatment began. If your g.p. is unable to do so, I strongly urge you to see an orthodontist, preferably an Invisalign...

+1 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Kenneth A. Barton, DDS

It is always preferable to conserve tooth structure, when possible. That being said, your best bet is immediately removing your deciduous canine, and utilizing invisalign to bring your permanent tooth into its proper position.

+3 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Steven Davidowitz, DDS

Invisalign is light force, safe form of orthodontics and has been a great innovation in dentistry to attain healthier smiles for adults and teenagers.  Every case is different and therefore treatment lengths vary greatly.  I have cases that are treatment planned for 5 aligners and...

+2 answers
See all Invisalign Q&A
See more Invisalign Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE INVISALIGN GUIDE →