If there are a lot of things you’d like to do to enhance your smile, you aren’t alone—dental restorations are becoming increasingly popular, and many patients these days are turning towards solutions like veneers, crowns, bridges, and even Invisalign to boost the confidence behind their smile. But maybe you’re staring into your bathroom mirror and noticing your mouth is already filled with various projects. You’ve already gotten crowns, bridges, and veneers to enhance your smile—can you get Invisalign as well?
If you’re wearing crowns, bridges, or veneers and are thinking about adding Invisalign, you’re in luck—they can all work well in tandem.
What Is Invisalign and How Does It Work?
Many people are unhappy with the alignment of their teeth, and Invisalign offers a convenient solution. The process is simple and streamlined; rather than binding metal brackets and wires to the surface of the teeth, different sets of clear aligners are worn that slowly shift your teeth into new positions. The sets are rotated every few weeks and need regular cleaning, but you don’t have to visit the dentist as often for progress checks, compared to traditional braces.
Invisalign is ideal for correcting many of the issues that traditional braces are used for, like crowded teeth, gaps, and correcting bite alignment. The aligners are discreet, easy to wear, and do not limit what you’re able to eat or drink. When compared with other options, it seems like an ideal solution for mild orthodontic issues—but will it still work if you have other things going on in your mouth?
Will Wearing Invisalign Affect My Other Dental Restorations?
If you already have things like crowns, veneers, or bridges, you don’t need to worry; Invisalign aligners can be worn along with them. Even though these treatments can discourage the installation of metal or ceramic braces, mostly due to the lack of space or mobility they create, they do not inhibit Invisalign treatment whatsoever.
While your dentist will want to take special measurements in order to prevent damage, it is still much easier to wear Invisalign with crowns or veneers than it is to attach traditional braces; that said, Invisalign is not suitable for severe cases, meaning that in some instances, fixed braces will be the necessary and better option.
Though it ultimately depends on your teeth, wearing Invisalign can provide a solution that easily and subtly straightens your smile, even if you already have dental crowns, bridges, or veneers.
About the Author
Dr. David Parsons has been practicing dentistry in the greater Winfield community for over 30 years. He completed his DDS at the Texas A&M Baylor School of Dentistry and has spent countless hours studying various specialty topics like orthodontics, oral surgery, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and more. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Kansas Dental Association, and is on staff at the William Newton Memorial Hospital. If you have any questions about the article, about Invisalign, or would like to contact Dr. Parsons, he can be reached at his website or (620) 221-0730.