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If your teeth don’t fit together properly when you bite down, you may have a bite problem. Issues like overbites, underbites, crossbites, and open bites can affect not only your smile’s appearance but also your oral health, leading to wear on teeth, jaw discomfort, and difficulty chewing. Invisalign, the popular clear aligner system, offers a modern, discreet way to correct many bite issues — and it may be right for you.
Understanding how Invisalign works and what bite problems it can address is key to knowing whether this treatment fits your needs.
What Types of Bite Problems Can Invisalign Treat?
Invisalign is designed to move teeth gradually into their ideal positions, and with careful planning, it can correct a variety of bite misalignments, including:
- Overbite: When the upper front teeth extend too far over the lower teeth. Invisalign can help bring the teeth into proper alignment.
- Underbite: When the lower teeth protrude beyond the upper teeth. Aligners can guide the teeth to a more functional position.
- Crossbite: When some upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth. Invisalign can shift teeth laterally to correct the bite.
- Open bite: When front teeth don’t touch when biting down. Aligners can gradually close gaps for improved function.
While Invisalign is effective for many bite issues, the complexity of the case matters. Severe skeletal discrepancies may still require traditional braces or other orthodontic interventions.
How Invisalign Corrects Bite Problems
The Invisalign system uses a series of custom-made, clear aligners that fit snugly over your teeth. Each aligner applies gentle pressure, moving your teeth step by step toward the desired position. Advanced 3D imaging allows your orthodontist to plan precise movements for both alignment and bite correction.
Attachments, small tooth-colored bumps placed on certain teeth, help the aligners grip teeth more effectively for complex movements. Interproximal reduction, a technique where small amounts of enamel are gently reshaped, may also be used to create space for proper alignment.
Benefits of Using Invisalign for Bite Issues
In addition to addressing bite problems, Invisalign offers several advantages over traditional braces:
- Clear and nearly invisible, making them ideal for adults and teens.
- Removable, allowing easier brushing, flossing, and eating.
- Comfortable, with no metal brackets or wires that can irritate gums and cheeks.
- Customized to your unique smile for targeted treatment.
Regular check-ins with your orthodontist ensure that the aligners are working effectively and that your bite is improving as planned.
Is Invisalign Right for You?
Not every bite problem can be fully corrected with Invisalign alone. Your orthodontist will evaluate your dental structure, bite type, and alignment needs before creating a treatment plan. Mild to moderate bite misalignments often respond well to clear aligners, while severe cases may require additional orthodontic appliances.
Proper use of your aligners, adherence to wearing them as directed, and follow-up visits are essential for successful results.
With the right plan and commitment, Invisalign can help you achieve both a straighter smile and a healthier, more functional bite.
About the Practice
Dr. S. John Salivonchik specializes in providing personalized orthodontic care using advanced Invisalign technology. Our practice evaluates each patient’s bite and alignment needs to develop a tailored treatment plan, ensuring both aesthetic and functional outcomes. With a focus on comfort, education, and lasting results, we guide patients through every stage of treatment to achieve confident, healthy smiles.
Call us at (610) 502-1545 or request an appointment online.
