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Can you rotate teeth with Invisalign?
Yes, you can rotate teeth with Invisalign. To be a component of a beautiful smile, some teeth may require significant rotation or tilting. Invisalign technology, on the other hand, can only rotate teeth 20 degrees. For Invisalign to work, the teeth must be slanted forward or backward by no more than 45 degrees. Orthodontic therapy for rotated teeth can enhance your mouth’s physical structure as well as the cosmetic appearance of your smile.
What causes teeth to rotate?
The following are some of the most common causes of twisted teeth:
- Genetics (Tooth starts rotating automatically)
- Mouth Trauma during developing years of teeth
- Tumors or cysts
- Crowding of the teeth
How does Invisalign fix a rotated tooth?
To straighten teeth, Invisalign uses a series of transparent plastic trays. The full-mouth trays gently offer light pressure in crucial locations to gradually straighten your teeth.
While Invisalign can rotate teeth, orthodontists’ ability to correct tooth rotation with aligners is dependent on the severity of your case and whether you require Invisalign to shift one or more teeth. Severe cases, such as tooth rotation greater than 20 degrees, will necessitate more extensive treatment, including the use of traditional metal braces.
If you’re a candidate for Invisalign, though, the “friction grip” is the key to a successful treatment.
Orthodontists may not be able to treat highly rotated or crowded teeth with Invisalign alone; they may need to start with traditional braces and then convert you to Invisalign once the tooth is rotated back into place. Always consult your orthodontist to determine which treatment choices will give you the smile you desire. The best course of treatment for you will be determined by your specific circumstances.
Schedule your appointment with a dentist today and get the treatment on time!