When orthodontic treatment with clear aligners makes sense

Category: Invisible braces · 19 August 2020

There’s a common misconception that clear aligners can only correct minor misalignments of the teeth. Yet whether it’s an overbite, a crossbite or crowding, these unique aligners can effectively correct even complex malocclusions thanks to state-of-the-art technology and sophisticated computer-based 3D models of the jaw and teeth.

Malocclusions that can be treated with invisible aligners

When it comes to our teeth, there are many different types of misalignment. They can occur individually or in combination. The following malocclusions can be treated with aligners:

Crowding

With crowding, the front teeth overlap and interlock. In some cases the misalignment is so pronounced that teeth stand almost one behind the other.

Possible consequences of an underbite:

Receding gums
Excessive tooth decay
Tooth wear

Gaps between teeth

Missing teeth and gaps between the teeth often significantly affect not only appearance but also the function of the teeth and the bite.

Possible consequences of gaps:

Receding gums
Teeth drifting
Functional problems (difficulty biting off food)

Crossbite

With a lateral crossbite, the lower back teeth bite over the upper back teeth. A crossbite can occur on one side or on both sides.

Possible consequences of a crossbite:

Tooth wear
Facial asymmetry
Jaw joint problems

Open bite

With an open bite, the front teeth of the upper and lower jaw don’t touch each other, even when the teeth are clenched together. An open bite can also occur at the sides. In extreme cases, only the very back molars touch when biting.

Possible consequences of an open bite:

Absent and/or painful biting and chewing function
Jaw joint problems
Tooth wear

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