I am 29 years old. I've never had braces before. I am going to improve my front teeth which have some space and uneven. If I take Invisalign, do I need to have my teeth extracted like as when we want use braces?
Answer: Need for extractions are independent of method of ortho If a tooth needs to be removed in order to straighten teeth, it needs to be removed. If one uses wires or Invisalign, it won't matter.
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Answer: Need for extractions are independent of method of ortho If a tooth needs to be removed in order to straighten teeth, it needs to be removed. If one uses wires or Invisalign, it won't matter.
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Answer: Shouldn't need extractions for Invisalign If you already have spaces between your teeth then you have a spacing problem not a crowding problem so the chances of you needing any teeth removed is minimal. We don't like to pull teeth anymore and find that the patient is better off with a full set of teeth. Sometimes, wisdom teeth are pulled before, but its not necessary either.
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Answer: Shouldn't need extractions for Invisalign If you already have spaces between your teeth then you have a spacing problem not a crowding problem so the chances of you needing any teeth removed is minimal. We don't like to pull teeth anymore and find that the patient is better off with a full set of teeth. Sometimes, wisdom teeth are pulled before, but its not necessary either.
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December 9, 2009
Answer: Extractions are usually unnecessary Extractions were common with older methods of orthodontics. Most orthodontists today, due to new and advance technology, no longer need to remove teeth. Although, in some cases of extreme crowding, an orthodontist might recommend extractions. You should go for a couple of consultations and get several opinions. If your just looking to straighten the front teeth then Invisalign would be a great option. But if your back teeth do not align properly and your bite is off, then you might want to consider conventional braces or ceramic braces.
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December 9, 2009
Answer: Extractions are usually unnecessary Extractions were common with older methods of orthodontics. Most orthodontists today, due to new and advance technology, no longer need to remove teeth. Although, in some cases of extreme crowding, an orthodontist might recommend extractions. You should go for a couple of consultations and get several opinions. If your just looking to straighten the front teeth then Invisalign would be a great option. But if your back teeth do not align properly and your bite is off, then you might want to consider conventional braces or ceramic braces.
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December 8, 2009
Answer: Consider other options rather than tooth extraction before Invisalign I will usually try other options (rather than extracting teeth) in order to achieve a great result with Invisalign. There are many ways to make space including expanding your arches, and creating small spaces between your teeth (IPRs). If you can keep your teeth, you should.
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December 8, 2009
Answer: Consider other options rather than tooth extraction before Invisalign I will usually try other options (rather than extracting teeth) in order to achieve a great result with Invisalign. There are many ways to make space including expanding your arches, and creating small spaces between your teeth (IPRs). If you can keep your teeth, you should.
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December 7, 2009
Answer: Extractions for orthodontics depends on each case Extractions for orthodontics is on a case by case basis. Only your dentist or orthodontist can answer this question. Please consult with your dentist to determine if this is necessary, it is not always required.
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December 7, 2009
Answer: Extractions for orthodontics depends on each case Extractions for orthodontics is on a case by case basis. Only your dentist or orthodontist can answer this question. Please consult with your dentist to determine if this is necessary, it is not always required.
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