I'm 34 years old and when I was a kid I use to suck my thumb a lot which caused my open bite. Im wondering if I qualify for invisalign. I've heard that open bites are very difficult to fix with invisalign but I really don't wanna wear the traditional braces at my age.
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Answer: Open Bite, Cross Bite, Underdeveloped Maxilla: DNA Appliance and Oral Myofunctional Therapy will give best results
Dear Melissa.b,
An important factor with cosmetic treatment is a clear understanding of what each service is for.
Invisalign will only change the location and alignment of the teeth. The shapes of the teeth still need to be addressed to achieve a more harmonious smile. This will...
My main criticism of orthodontics is that neither dentists nor orthodontists adjust the bite after treatment. However after any orthodontics the bite should always be adjusted because the fit of the teeth is so very important and our brains insist on a very specific bite. Fortunately a bite...
Vivera was made based on your final teeth positions so it can help reposition your teeth a bit. No active mechanisms but will apply some forces if your teeth relapses or has shifted a little.