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Who should not get Invisalign?

Invisalign aligners are preferred over traditional braces by many adults and teens. There are various reasons why people have been choosing Invisalign treatment options for correcting misalignment and other dental issues. Many people go for Invisalign aligners because they are transparent which makes them an attractive option as compared to the traditional metal braces. In addition, it is easy to brush, floss, and eat with Invisalign aligners which you can not do properly with the metal brace. In most cases, Invisalign works perfectly for everyone but still, there are a few factors or reasons that this orthodontic treatment might not work for some people. And they have to for the traditional metal braces.

Invisalign is a perfect option to go for if you have minor dental issues. But there are some severe dental issues that Invisalign fails to correct. Nowadays doctors suggest Invisalign treatment instead of the traditional metal braces but if you are someone who is struggling with neuromuscular or severely misaligned or crooked teeth your dentist will suggest you opt for the traditional teeth straightening treatment which is the metal braces.

For which dental problem Invisalign does not work?

There are many dental server issues or problems which Invisalign alone can not solve therefore, it is vital to consult your dentist to know which teeth straightening treatment you should go for. Below are some teeth conditions for which Invisalign might not work:

  •  If you have severely rotated teeth Invisalign is not for you. If your teeth are rotated more than 20 degrees including the lower teeth and molars you will require the traditional braces to fix the issue.
  • Huge gaping between the teeth. If your teeth have more than a 6mm gap per arch combining all tooth gaps then Invisalign might not work effectively on them.
  • Severely misaligned teeth. If your teeth are tipped or angled at more than 45 degrees Invisalign aligners are not for you.

Lastly, if you face any problem with your Invisalign treatment it is important to consult your dentist for proper treatment.