{"id":520,"date":"2024-06-08T15:38:31","date_gmt":"2024-06-08T15:38:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/?p=520"},"modified":"2024-07-20T15:43:26","modified_gmt":"2024-07-20T15:43:26","slug":"updated-orthodontics-can-i-get-invisalign-after-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/updated-orthodontics-can-i-get-invisalign-after-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Updated Orthodontics: Can I Get Invisalign After Braces?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_489111026-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Dentist with blue gloves holding Invisalign in one hand and touching patient's teeth with the other\" class=\"wp-image-521\" style=\"width:321px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_489111026-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_489111026-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_489111026-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_489111026-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_489111026-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Braces are the tried-and-true method for addressing crooked or overcrowded teeth and bite malocclusions because they can correct even the most severe misalignments. However, it\u2019s possible for things to shift out of place again after you\u2019ve completed treatment. If you\u2019ve noticed this type of relapse happening but don\u2019t want to deal with metal brackets again, you might wonder if <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/invisalign-clear-braces.html\">Invisalign<\/a> can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not uncommon to need some extra help keeping your smile straight, even years after your braces were removed. Continue reading to learn more about it so you can make an informed decision to upgrade your grin!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do Teeth Shift After Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several reasons you might need to readdress your dental alignment after braces, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Not wearing your retainer.<\/strong> Your retainer holds your pearly whites in their new positions long enough for your mouth to adjust to the changes to prevent them from drifting. If you don\u2019t wear it for the allotted time, they can shift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wisdom teeth.<\/strong> If you completed braces before your last molars arrived, then they might have pushed their neighbors out of place as they tried to erupt from your gums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teeth grinding<\/strong>. If you suffer from bruxism (or chronic teeth grinding), all the added jaw clenching puts enough pressure on your teeth to move them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Get Invisalign After Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s natural to want to enhance your appearance by re-straightening your smile regardless of how it became misaligned. If you\u2019re like many others, though, you don\u2019t want to wear braces unless it\u2019s necessary. Thankfully, your dentist can provide Invisalign, instead. These clear plastic trays can be customized to fit over your teeth and gently reposition them whether you\u2019ve had traditional orthodontics in the past or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Benefits of Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many advantages to choosing this method, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prevent self-consciousness. <\/strong>Metal in your mouth is aesthetically displeasing, and you might worry about how others perceive you. This transparent alternative does the same work more discreetly, so you can set your concerns aside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>More comfortable. <\/strong>The sharp edges of brackets and wires can poke the tender tissue inside your lips and cheeks or cause sores. Meanwhile, Invisalign covers your teeth with smooth plastic that won\u2019t rub you raw.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fewer follow-ups. <\/strong>Your aligners will be designed and created in advance, so there\u2019s no need for frequent appointments to adjust the tension of your orthodontics. You\u2019ll simply switch to your new trays at the designated time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re still unsure whether you\u2019re a candidate for Invisalign, the best way to find out is to schedule a consultation with your dentist today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Rob Schumacher has more than 14 years of experience helping people build and maintain happy, healthy smiles. He earned his undergraduate degree from Asbury College in Willmore, Kentucky then studied dentistry at the University of Kentucky and the University of Michigan. Now, he\u2019s a board-certified prosthodontist and a member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association. He offers a full array of services to meet all your needs at one convenient location. If you\u2019re interested in cosmetic services like Invisalign, you can request an appointment on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (781) 334-3400.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Braces are the tried-and-true method for addressing crooked or overcrowded teeth and bite malocclusions because they can correct even the most severe misalignments. However, it\u2019s possible for things to shift out of place again after you\u2019ve completed treatment. 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