Can invisible aligners widen a narrow dental arch? (Photos)

May 18, 2018
Asked By:kjimson in San Jose, CA

Can invisible aligners widen a narrow dental arch? My upper arch is narrow and I would like a broader smile (more teeth showing across) and more fullness in the maxillolabial area. The upper teeth already sit quite far out at the edge of the maxilla, which I am told is accelerating my gum recession. My lower arch isn’t as bad, but my lower teeth tilt inward to meet uppers. My bite is OK.

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Answer: Broaden the smile

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Answer: Widening arches

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