As you age, you may need dental restorations or decide to get cosmetic dental treatment. Some common examples include dental crowns, bridges, or veneers. While these all serve their purpose when it comes to keeping your smile healthy and aesthetically pleasing, you may be wondering if they will interfere with the Invisalign treatment that you want to straighten your smile. Continue reading to learn from your dentist in Myrtle Beach how each of these restorations could affect orthodontic treatment.
Invisalign with Porcelain Veneers
It is very difficult to attach metal brackets to porcelain veneers. Even when they are connected, there is still a risk the bracket could compromise the smoothness of the veneers. Invisalign is usually a much better option if you are hoping to straighten your teeth while you have porcelain veneers. The presence of the veneers does not affect the tooth movement and there is little risk of damaging the veneers because the aligners are not fixed to the surface of the tooth.
Invisalign with Dental Bridges
Bridges are fixed into place and cover some of your natural teeth, so you may not be able to receive traditional orthodontic treatment if you have one. If too much force is applied to it, the bridge can be damaged. However, if your misalignment issues aren’t severe and don’t require the supportive teeth to be moved, this could be a solution. Otherwise, you may need to have a new bridge placed after your treatment.
Invisalign with Dental Crowns
Getting traditional metal braces when you have dental crowns can be a challenge. Your dentist would need to potentially use different adhesives and even check to see if your tooth is strong enough to endure the pressure of orthodontic treatment. Because of this, Invisalign can be a great option for people with crowns.
This method doesn’t use any adhesives to secure anything to the teeth and it will not interfere with eating or drinking because it is removable. Invisalign isn’t an option for everyone, but if your dentist deems you to be a good candidate, it can be a great solution for misalignment.
Just because you currently have crowns, bridges, or veneers does not mean that you are unable to receive Invisalign treatment. It all depends on your individual case. By talking to your dentist in Myrtle Beach, you will be able to work together to create a treatment plan that’s right for you.
About the Author
Dr. Jack Markusen earned his dental doctorate from the Medical University of South Carolina. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Markusen has served as a certified trainer for Dentrix Dental Systems. If you are interested in Invisalign, he uses an iTero 3D Scanner to plan your treatment and precisely create your aligners. You can schedule a consultation on his website or by calling (843) 916-0990.