Invisalign question?

Question

I had braces growing up and my teeth are pretty straight. However I've noticed my bottom teeth and one upper tooth seem to be trying to move back to how they were. It's pretty slight now, but I would like to correct it back before it gets any worse. Would Invisalign be my best option? What kind of money should I expect to pay?

I'm 36. My braces came off 18 years ago, but my bottom retainer wasn't taken out until about 5 years ago. Now I have two bottom teeth moving backward and the ones flanking them moving forward and in. This SUCKS! They weren't supposed to move BACK!

Answer 1

All orthodontic straightening tools tend to lose their pull over time. Invisalign, because of it's price (upwards $4,000), would not be the best option. Talk to your dentist to see if you could get a retainer instead to save yourself the money.

Of course, that all depends on the severity of the crowding, which doesn't sound bad by your description. A retainer should work fine, even though it may take a year or even more to keep your teeth in perfect alignment.

Answer 2

Invisalign generally costs the same as braces (in general about $5,000 for a full treatment).

It sounds like you have very minor issues and Invisalign may work for you. Alternatively, a custom wire retainer may also do the trick for a lot less money.

But only an orthodontist who has examined your mouth can tell you for sure. Make an appointment for a consultation with one or two orthodontists in your area.

Best of luck!

Answer 3

Invisilign or a simple retainer would be the best option. The reason they are trying to move back is probably because your orthodontist took off the braces too quickly when you were a child or you didnt wear your retainer like you were suppose to. And the price ranges depending on how long you use it for, and what dentist you have.

Answer 4

HELLO JADALINA,

INVISALIGN IS IDEAL FOR CASES LIKE YOURS.
EXPECT TO PAY UP FRONT A SIGNIFICANT SUM OF MONEY BECAUSE THE FIRST PAYMENT MUST BE MADE TO THE LAB MAKING THE ALIGNERS IN THE SERIES AND THIS HAS TO BE PAID IN FULL.
I WOULD VISIT AN ORTHODONTIST TO FIND OUT ALL YOUR OPTIONS FIRST. GOOD LUCK.

Answer 5

did you get retainers after you got your braces off?
if so. wear them. they will keep your teeth from moving. i stopped wearing mine and my bottom front teeth are moving a lot.
if not. get some made at your orthidontist. you will be able to just wear them at night.