Question:
Am I suitable for Invisalign?
I've heard about Invisalign as an alternative to braces but despite taking the self-assessment on the website, I'm not sure I'm suitable for this. Only one of my two top front teeth protrudes significantly further than the other - the tooth next to it is slightly crooked as well, but the rest are straight. I'm sensitive about it and regret not getting braces younger (I am 23 now) but as my teeth have set in adulthood, can anything be done about it now, and roughly how long would it take? I like the idea of the removable and almost invisible aligners, as at my age I wouldn't want to be fitted with regular braces - but would I be suitable and could it help? Also if anyone has any idea of how much this treatment might cost.
Answers:
I got Invisalign when I was 20, so it can still move your teeth into adulthood. I guess it really depends on how much your teeth protrude and if there is a bite problem. If it is a minor problem, then you should be able to get it, but if it isn't minor then you might have issues getting the perfect results. I had 2 teeth that protruded and I was still able to get it and it is working quite well. I am going to be wearing it for a year and a half, which is 6 months longer than traditional braces would be. The range for the price would be inbetween $4000-$6000 depending on how bad your teeth are.