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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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83% Invisalign
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81% Smart Lipo
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79% Photofacial
78% Facelift
78% VASER Liposelection
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75% Laser resurfacing
74% Rhinoplasty
74% Botox
72% Permanent makeup
70% Liposuction
69% Pixel laser
67% Active FX
67% Microdermabrasion
66% Chemical peel
63% Juvederm
61% Restylane
58% Sculptra
53% IPL
52% Radiesse
51% Fraxel Laser
50% Mesotherapy
48% Accent XL
44% Zoom teeth whitening
41% Lifestyle lift
37% Thermage
37% Lipodissolve

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Can I get Invisalign if I have TMJ or TMD problems?

I am almost ready to go ahead and start using Invisalign. The only thing stopping me is my issue with TMJ/TMD. Am I still a good candidate for Invisalign? My Orthodonist says it should be no problem but I have had problems in the past with different appliances (expander?)that have locked my jaw and stopped me from proceeding to braces. I don't want to find out many trays into treatment and lots of money lost that again I can't do something. I almost ready just to do veneers, I just hate filing down good teeth. I have several teeth on top/front that are crooked. I just can't decide what to do. If I knew I'd have no problems I would proceed with the Invisalign ASAP!!

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Asked by: tinrebel
San Diego, CA USA

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November 29, 2008

Most of the TMJ problems are not serious enough to prevent from Invisalign treatment.

Victoria Olshansky, DDS
Victoria Olshansky, DDS

Most of the TMJ problems are not serious enough to prevent from Invisalign treatment. Moreover, Invisalign in general is more "forgiving" for TMJ problems compare to other kinds of orthodontic treatments.

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