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Is there anyway i can get my teeth straighten with out braces or invisalign?

12 doctors weighed in across 8 answers

Yes: Depending on the severity of your misalignment or malocclusion, a removable orthodontic appliance could be fabricated by your dentist for a fraction of the cost.

Answered 12/9/2012

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Sometimes: If the problem is relatively minor and there is enough space to move the teeth into a better position there are removable appliances that can sometimes be used. More complicated cases require conventional orthodontics to correct. See an orthodontist for a consultation to find out your options. Many orthodontists will offer an initial basic complimentary evaluation.

Answered 8/3/2015

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Nope: Teeth cannot straighten without orthodontics. Braces or envisaging are the only current options. Sorry no magic here.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Probably not: Teeth will move only when a force applied to them. Braces have been around for over 100 years and have been refined and improved during that century. Clear aligners are also appropriate for certain situations. Depending upon your particular issues, those are probably your best alternatives.

Answered 2/16/2013

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Dr. Pablo Cuevas answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Not really: We use to recommend porcelain veneers or resin bonding for misaligned teeth. The result was nice straight teeth but you ended with very thick teeth that were difficult to clean, it the tooth was angled in . Or we had to grind them down significantly for teeth that were sticking out. It best to put teeth in the right place. But veneers or bonding is quicker.

Answered 5/24/2013

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Depends on severity: Very minor irregularities, if enough room is present, can be reduced with one of many types of removable orthodontic appliances. Note that result of rx will probably be compromised. In the hands of a skilled orthodontist, rx w invisalign results in about 41% improvement, rx w braces results in >90% improvement. See orthodontic specialist to determine what's wrong and what can be done to fix it.

Answered 8/30/2013

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Orthodontic Request: Need more information about your teeth, what needs correcting. If only minor treatment is needed then there are options of limited tx, but if major tx the best is braces to get an acceptable tx outcome. Visit an orthodontist and obtain professional advice for your particular condition so you can make an informed decision.

Answered 5/17/2015

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Clear correct: It is a competitor to invisalign, but is essentially a very similar product, just a bit more affordable.

Answered 2/19/2014

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