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How Effective is Invisalign?
Faster treatment time and a more comfortable appliance are both benefits of treatment from our Invisalign provider in San Francisco.
In addition to being discreet and comfortable, Invisalign works well on most bite problems. Here are the ways in which Invisalign is effective for recipients.
Corrective Capability of Invisalign
Overbite, underbite, crossbite, and improper spacing are some of the issues for which Invisalign can work as well as metal braces. Like metal braces, Invisalign forces the teeth into new positions. With Invisalign, however, this is achieved with wearable plastic aligners rather than with bonded metal brackets and wires.
Speed of Invisalign Results
Metal braces commonly take two years to work, while Invisalign often straightens teeth in about fifteen months. For patients, this means a smaller time investment to gain healthier, better-looking teeth. Appointments during Invisalign treatment tend to be faster, as well.
Problems for Which Invisalign Is Not Effective
The structure of Invisalign aligners does not allow for vertical movement of teeth, so our San Francisco cosmetic dentist may recommend another type of braces for teeth requiring this. Some other issues, such as narrow palates, will also require a special appliance for correction.
Most adults and adolescents are eligible to receive Invisalign Full and Invisalign Teen, respectively. Patients can schedule a consultation with our Invisalign provider in San Francisco to find out if they can receive this orthodontic option.
