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Can invisalign be used for malocclusion?

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Dr. Datta Malyavantham answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Depends on Severity : Invisalign can correct most simple to moderate malocclusion. It cannot correct severe cross bite and severe deep bite cases. Your orthodontist can recommend right solution

Answered 3/12/2015

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Yes: It all depends upon the type and degree of malocclusion. Best to see an orthodontist for evaluation to recommend what is best for you. Sometimes invisalign is used in conjunction with traditional braces to get best result.

Answered 12/27/2012

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YES!!!: Yes it can, in fact everyday thousands of people are being treated in a mediocre fashion by severely under trained dentists! in the right hands and if the problems are not too severe it can be helpful. It however should not be direct marketed to the public or be used by persons who have as little as one weekend of education to be "certified".

Answered 6/25/2014

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Yes: Invisalign is a braces alternative, used by many clinicians to fix mild-moderate malocclusions. You should see an orthodontist to determine if it is right for you.

Answered 2/17/2013

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That's what it's for: Malocclusion is an all-encompassing term that refers to a "bad bite" and orthodontics is used to treat it. Depending upon the nature and severity, invisalign might be applicable. Best to see your licensed orthodontic specialist for an opinion.

Answered 4/6/2014

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Yes, but...: Clear aligners are about half as effective at treating malocclusion as traditional braces. They work best if less than 2-3mm of overall crowding or spacing. They don't fix skeletal malrelationships. They can derotate flat teeth (incisors) moderately well, but with less success for round teeth (canines, bicuspids). They do not tip or torque roots into place very well. Braces simply work better.

Answered 11/22/2014

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Yes, of course: Invisalign works well in correcting all kinds of maloccusion. But severe malocculsion may need to be treated in conjunction with something else.

Answered 5/28/2013

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Yes: It is exactly what it is developed for. It can, however, only address certain cases- it has limitations. A consultation with an orthodontist can identify if you are a candidate for this treatment, or if traditional braces would be required.

Answered 11/22/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Of course: However, Invisalign doesn't make the best choice for correcting all types of malocclusion or orthodontic disorders. See your orthodontist for examination, imaging and treatment options.

Answered 2/9/2022

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Yes: but see an orthodontist and see which option is best for your particular case..

Answered 4/11/2019

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes but...: Invisalign can be used in a number of malocclusion cases, but not all. Get options

Answered 11/22/2014

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