Question 1

will invisalign help a crossbite?

Accepted Answer

It can: Depends on the severity and available room. A consultation with a local orthodontist can clear things up for you rather quickly.

Question 2

could smoking discolor invisalign?

Accepted Answer

Probably not....: You will be changing your aligners every 2 weeks so smoking will probably not stain them.  Cleaning them thoroughly when you clean your teeth every day will help prevent staining.

Question 3

could invisalign work for cross bite?

Accepted Answer

Depends on severity: If dental, tipped teeth, invisalign can help correct crossbite but not as well as braces.  If crossbite is skeletal, a side-to-side bone size discrepancy, correction is beyond the limits of clear aligners.  In growing children need expander.  In adults need expander coupled with sarp, surgery to release the two halves of the upper jaw that have fused together.  See qualified orthodontist.

Question 4

could smoking discolor a person's invisalign?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely : If you smoke while having the Invisalign trays on,they well discolor ,and your teeth too when you smoke without the trays.

Question 5

how can i afford invisalign if i'm 18 years old?

Accepted Answer

Various ways: Most orthodontists offer payment plans or care credit that would allow you pay it off even after yor treatment is complete.

Question 6

i'm wondering how long do i have to wear invisalign retainer?

Accepted Answer

Long term: Retainers are long term for both invisalign and conventional braces. Talk with your invisalign provider about your particular case.  Many patients need to wear a retainer for several years and some lifelong.

Question 7

help docs! how to tell if i'm still a candidate for invisalign?

Accepted Answer

You can't tell...: Unless you have a dental degree. Allow your local dentist or orthodontist evaluate your malocclusion and advise you if you are a candidate.

Question 8

can you tell me docs, is invisalign painful or just discomforting?

Accepted Answer

Not painful: The aligners when placed, move the teeth very little and the discomfort is short lived. Once inserted, there is no more movement until the recommended next tray.

Question 9

what can i do to remove the remnants of invisalign attachments or "buttons"?

Accepted Answer

Go Back To Dr.: If you still have composite remnants from attachments, go back to the treating doctor and request their removal.

Question 10

help! haven't worn invisalign in about 3 months! is it safe to wear it again?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Did you save your old aligners? You might have to back way up to findan earlier aligner that fitsthen you can move along normally.
If you dont have thealigners your dentist can order them for you.
Good luck this time.

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