Straighter teeth offer more than a cosmetic benefit! Straight teeth are easier to keep clean, so you can better maintain your teeth and avoid gum disease and cavities. Straight teeth that are in a more ideal position often also improve your chewing function- leading to a better diet. Many patients benefit from idealizing the position of their teeth because it reduces clenching and grinding habits, which can lead to sensitivity, abfraction lesions (notches in the tooth by the gumline), and temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Early orthodontic intervention can also lead to a more open airway and thus improving overall quality of life in the long run.

This is a common question we hear from patients, and the answer is YES! You are absolutely a candidate for Invisalign if you had braces or orthodontic therapy in the past. Teeth are dynamic, and they will try to relapse, or move back into their original position if retainers are not worn routinely. We treat patients of all ages! Many of our patients had braces as a teenager, but lost their retainer over the years, and later notice shifting and crowding occurring- often in the lower front teeth. Invisalign is effective at re-establishing your ideal bite and tooth position. At the end of your treatment, a series of retainers are made, so you can keep everything in position. Retainers are worn at night time to prevent relapse.

Let us know if you are interested in improving your smile with the latest in orthodontic clear aligner technology!