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Invisalign

What it is: Invisalign braces are clear 'aligners' that resemble tooth bleaching trays.  Invisalign braces are intended to correct crooked teeth, overbites, and gaps by putting pressure on the teeth in gradual increments. 

What it addresses:  Cosmetic tooth irregularities including:

- Crooked teeth
- Tooth Gap
- Minor overbite

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Can Invisalign be used with dental implants?

I plan to have all of my molars replaced with implants. I have slight crookedness in the front and would like to address that as well. Is it possible to use Invisalign with implanted teeth? If not, what are the alternatives? Thank you for your response!

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December 22, 2008

Yes implants can be placed

Ryan Sellinger, DMD
Ryan Sellinger, DMD

Implants in the molar position can be placed after invisalign treatment or during treatment if necessary.  Your dentist can treatment plan for the proper sequencing needs of your mouth.  In general implants can be placed in conjunction with orthodontic treatment. It should be noted however once implants have been placed they can not be moved with orthodontic treatment as natural teeth are moved.

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November 12, 2008

Invisalign can be used with dental implants

Anca Bazile, DDS
Anca Bazile, DDS

Once a treatment plan has been devised with final esthetic concerns addressed, implants can be placed in the spaces of the missing teeth. Once the implants have integrated (fused to bone), temporary crowns can be placed on them, then Invisalign can be used to move teeth and using the temporary crowns as anchors. This should only be done if the appropriate space is taken into account when placing the implants.

I hope this clarifies the relationship between orthodontics and dental implants.

Anca Bazile, DDS, MSD

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