My daughter is 15 and needs braces. According to reports she has 4mm of upper crowding and about the right amount of space for the teeth in the lower arch. There is moderate "overbite". Our question is: will the invisalign with attached rubber bands (for the bite) work in this situation? I understand this is a new process and am wondering if it would be worth the try?
Answer: Invisalign and Rubber Bands are now a great combination!
Initially when the bite was off as you described, Invisalign corrected the bite without rubber bands using a much more complex and longer treatment. Now with rubber bands corrections can be much more effective in treating these types of problems. Rubber bands have been worn for decades with traditional braces. They now are being worn very successfully with Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. Go for it! Your daughter will love the Invisalign Teen experience.
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Initially when the bite was off as you described, Invisalign corrected the bite without rubber bands using a much more complex and longer treatment. Now with rubber bands corrections can be much more effective in treating these types of problems. Rubber bands have been worn for decades with traditional braces. They now are being worn very successfully with Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. Go for it! Your daughter will love the Invisalign Teen experience.
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CONTACT NOW October 28, 2015
Answer: Yes, if worn properly Yes. If worn properly and monitored by an orthodontist, rubber bands with Invisalign will correct the bite.
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October 28, 2015
Answer: Yes, if worn properly Yes. If worn properly and monitored by an orthodontist, rubber bands with Invisalign will correct the bite.
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July 23, 2015
Answer: Rubber Bands and Invisalign Generally rubber bands are used with fixed braces only. You will likely find that this system does address what your daughter needs. She may also prefer it as Invisalign is much harder to see and teens often prefer this aesthetic advantage! As with any orthodontic work, it really depends on her mouth and her specific issues that need addressing so discuss it with her orthodontist.
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July 23, 2015
Answer: Rubber Bands and Invisalign Generally rubber bands are used with fixed braces only. You will likely find that this system does address what your daughter needs. She may also prefer it as Invisalign is much harder to see and teens often prefer this aesthetic advantage! As with any orthodontic work, it really depends on her mouth and her specific issues that need addressing so discuss it with her orthodontist.
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January 22, 2013
Answer: Rubber Bands and Invisalign...it works!
In the same way that wearing rubber bands (elastics), in conjunction with braces, aids in correcting a malocclusion (improper bite), the same holds true for wearing them in conjunction with Invisalign. By using the elastics while wearing the Invisalign trays, the bite is slowly changed and moved into a more acceptable position. It is very important that the patient wear the elastics as prescribed by the orthodontist, paying close attention to the number of hours they should be worn daily and also how often they should be changed to a fresh pair. Light continuous forces placed on the teeth and jaw is critical to achieve an ideal final occlusion. When worn as directed by the orthodontist, the elastics are extremely effective and useful.
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January 22, 2013
Answer: Rubber Bands and Invisalign...it works!
In the same way that wearing rubber bands (elastics), in conjunction with braces, aids in correcting a malocclusion (improper bite), the same holds true for wearing them in conjunction with Invisalign. By using the elastics while wearing the Invisalign trays, the bite is slowly changed and moved into a more acceptable position. It is very important that the patient wear the elastics as prescribed by the orthodontist, paying close attention to the number of hours they should be worn daily and also how often they should be changed to a fresh pair. Light continuous forces placed on the teeth and jaw is critical to achieve an ideal final occlusion. When worn as directed by the orthodontist, the elastics are extremely effective and useful.
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March 3, 2012
Answer: Invisalign with rubberbands to correct crowding and moderate overbite
Invisalign and rubberbands can be used with great success to correct both the crowding and the bite in teenagers. The alternative of having to go into braces is a great motivator to ensure fabulous compliance in our teen patients.
Besides comfort and appearance there are a few other advantages of Invisalign over braces:
much better access for oral hygiene
healthier gums during treatment
decreased risk of decalcification stains on the teeth
shorter appointments and fewer emergency visits
The range of teen patients that can be treated with Invisalign is expanding more and more thanks to constant innovation of the Invisalign appliance.
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March 3, 2012
Answer: Invisalign with rubberbands to correct crowding and moderate overbite
Invisalign and rubberbands can be used with great success to correct both the crowding and the bite in teenagers. The alternative of having to go into braces is a great motivator to ensure fabulous compliance in our teen patients.
Besides comfort and appearance there are a few other advantages of Invisalign over braces:
much better access for oral hygiene
healthier gums during treatment
decreased risk of decalcification stains on the teeth
shorter appointments and fewer emergency visits
The range of teen patients that can be treated with Invisalign is expanding more and more thanks to constant innovation of the Invisalign appliance.
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