Basically, a cross-bite means that your teeth aren't in alignment properly. This can be where your top back teeth bite down inside of the bottom ones, though the upper front teeth can sit behind the lower ones. Either way, when you have a cross-bite (or a malocclusion), it needs to be corrected. This is not something that a child will outgrow when the permanent teeth come in.
Invisalign® treats a number of mild dental issues, including but not limited to overbites, underbites, cross-bites, gapped teeth, open bites, and baby/permanent teeth.
Invisalign® helps with cross-bites because it can move your teeth until they reach the aligned bite. Some children and adults will need to have a palatal expansion prior to their clear aligners.
Because every condition and mouth are different, it can be hard to predict just how long your treatment will last. That being said, most treatments last between six months and two to three years. However, it is significant to remember that the timeline depends on the complexity of your specific case and misalignment issues, as well as how often you wear your aligners. Patients are advised to wear their aligners for at least 22 hours a day, whenever they are not eating, drinking, brushing, or flossing. If the patient does not wear their aligners as often as he/she should, the timeline will extend longer.
If you are struggling with a cross-bite, don't hesitate to contact on of our South Miami offices today. Our professional, experienced staff is passionate about providing comprehensive care to patients in the Bay Harbor, Coral Gables, Coral Springs, Sunrise, Hialeah and Pompano Beach areas with dental misalignment issues. We would be glad to examine your mouth to see if Invisalign® will be the best option for you!
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