Not
only is Invisalign
versatile, helping to
correct a broad range of
dental and orthodontic
issues, but it really works.
And there are over half a
million smiles nationwide to
back that up. But a
confident smile isn't the
only benefit of correcting
your dental issues with
custom-made Invisalign
aligners—your health can be
positively impacted as well.
Learn more about several
common issues below that an
experienced Invisalign
doctor, like Dr. Richards
can work with you to
correct.
Overly
crowded teeth: This
occurs when there is simply
a lack of room within your
jaw for all of your teeth to
fit normally. When left
untreated, overly crowded
teeth can cause dental
decay, an increase in
chances of gum disease, and
can prevent the normal
function of teeth.
Widely
spaced teeth: This
occurs with abnormal
continued growth of the jaw
bone. When teeth are
missing, this issue can also
be caused by the other teeth
shifting due to extra space.
Spacing issues in teeth can
cause some periodontal
diseases.
Crossbite: This
occurs when the upper and
lower jaws are both
misaligned. It causes one or
more upper teeth to bite on
the inside of the lower
teeth, and can happen on
both the front and/or the
sides of the mouth. This
issue can cause wear of the
teeth, gum disease, and bone
loss.
Overbite: What
people commonly refer to as
an "overbite" is known to
dental professionals as "overjet."
It occurs when the upper
teeth bite over the lower
teeth. It's typically caused
by either genetics, bad oral
habits, or over development
of the bone that supports
the teeth. This issue can
lead to gum problems or
irritation, and/or wear on
the lower teeth and can
cause painful jaw and joint
problems.
Underbite: This
occurs when the lower teeth
protrude past the front
teeth. It's usually caused
by undergrowth of the upper
jaw, overgrowth of the lower
jaw, or both. It can also be
caused by missing upper
teeth. This issue can
prevent the normal function
of front teeth or molars
which can lead to tooth
wear. It can also cause
painful jaw and joint
problems.
Dr.
Richards will work with you
to create a custom-designed
program that will treat your
specific dental or
orthodontic issue(s).
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