Can Invisalign Fix Buck Teeth?

A straight, attractive smile will always be an asset to your personal and professional life, but few of us are born with perfect teeth. "Buck teeth," also known as an overbite, are a common orthodontic concern, and can sometimes be difficult to correct. The clear dental aligners known as Invisalign can be used to address mild buck teeth, but will not yield as dramatic results as conventional braces, and will not be effective on cases that an orthodontist classifies as severe.

"Buck Teeth"- How to Know If You Have An Overbite

• "Buck teeth", or an overbite, are the most common dental complaint, and appear in two forms: vertical or horizontal (also known as an overjet). The horizontal type is a an overlap of the top teeth onto the bottom, while the vertical type appears as excessively protrusive top teeth. Buck teeth can be the result of frequent thumb-sucking, tongue-thrusting or simple genetics, but whatever their cause, even the most severe cases can usually be corrected.

Invisalign and Your Overbite

• Invisalign offers the correctional potential of conventional braces in removable, nearly invisible polymer aligners for your teeth. When used in compliance with a personalized orthodontic plan, these clear aligners can be useful in correcting a mild overbite, but the system is limited in its ability to correct severe dental problems. If your orthodontist thinks your overbite can be classified as severe, you should look into other options.

Braces:Another Option

• Conventional braces use metal and wire aligners to address dental issues. The strength of these materials allows braces to be more effective than Invisalign in correcting severely malformed upper jaw structure, and to produce more dramatic results. Although they can be uncomfortable, and don't have the versatility of clear aligners, conventional braces are your best bet when it comes to correcting severe buck teeth .