Invisalign for Underbite in NYC

Invisalign for Underbite Before and After – Real Results

What Is an Underbite?

An underbite is an incorrect positioning of your teeth that occurs when your lower teeth stick out in front of your upper teeth when you close your mouth. The lower jaw is displaced and positioned too far forward. You will find it difficult to bite and chew properly if you have an underbite. It may also cause you to have a speech impediment, which could require speech therapy and make your teeth wear out quickly.

What Causes an Underbite?

Genetics, lousy childhood habits, or injuries may cause an underbite. If your underbite is inherited, your parents or any other family member will also have it. They may have the same type of jaw and tooth shape, too. This situation can require Invisalign to treat underbites in NYC.

Childhood habits that can increase the risk of having underbite alignment issues include:

• Excessive thumb sucking
• Jaw problems
• Using a pacifier after the age of three
• Feeding on a bottle after the infant years
• Pushing on the front teeth with the tongue, also called tongue thrusting

When a severe injury occurs, it can damage the jawbones and cause misalignment of the teeth. In addition, a tumor in the mouth can cause the jaws to protrude, leading to an underbite.

Why Should You Fix an Underbite With Invisalign?

If you have an underbite, you need to get it corrected. It can make your smile look strange and unpleasant, leading to embarrassment when you need to smile or meet new people.

Not treating an underbite with Invisalign in NYC can also cause serious dental issues, including:

• Poor Oral Hygiene: An underbite will make your teeth hard to clean.
• Faster Tooth Wear: The enamel on your teeth will wear out quickly.
• Tooth Decay: Due to poor hygiene and excessive wear, your teeth can decay faster.
• Joint Disorders: Severe underbites can cause a painful joint condition known as TMJ.

How to Fix Underbite

When you visit 209 NYC Dental, we will help you assess your smile carefully to determine the cause and severity of your underbite. Our Invisalign expert, Dr. Ahn, will then recommend a treatment plan for you, which may include Invisalign for underbite in NYC. If your underbite is caused by a minor jaw displacement or irregular teeth position, we will show you the best aligner treatment plan to correct this problem.

Can Invisalign Fix Underbite?

Yes, Invisalign treatment aligners can work for certain types of underbites. Severe underbites sometimes require additional treatment options, including surgery to correct the jaw position. Invisalign can also work for class 3 underbites with other treatment plans.

At 209 NYC Dental, Dr. Ben Ahn and other dentists will conduct a thorough dental examination of your smile as part of your treatment for Invisalign for underbite in NYC. We use the most modern 3D scanner to take images of teeth and plan treatments. We will show you 3D images of your teeth and what they will look like before and after Invisalign for underbite.

Each set of clear aligners will be worn for just two weeks. Then, you will replace them with another set. You need to wear the aligners for up to 22 hours each day. You will still have time to remove them when cleaning your teeth or eating. Each set of clear braces will push your teeth gently back into their proper position to reduce alignment issues.

How Long Does It Take for Invisalign to Fix Underbite?

The length of your Invisalign treatment will depend on the severity and level of your misalignment and your willingness to wear your underbite braces for about 22 hours daily.

Minor cases can be corrected in three to four months, while moderately severe underbites can be corrected within 12 months. This time is still shorter than the time it takes to fix underbites with traditional metal braces.

Benefits of Using Invisalign for Underbite in NYC

Invisalign is an effective and patient-friendly treatment option. It is better than traditional metal braces. Here are some advantages it offers compared to other forms of treatment.

Meet Dr. Ahn, Our VIP Blue Diamond Invisalign Provider

Dr. Ben Ahn is our distinguished Blue Diamond Invisalign Provider in NYC. He is currently one of the most distinguished Invisalign dentists in the United States, holding Top 1% status. He is also an active member of the American Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Association, and many other international dental associations.

Dr. Ahn is fully committed to continually improving the outcomes of Invisalign treatment and other orthodontic technologies. He has over 20 years of hands-on experience, starting his practice with Invisalign in 2003. He has completed over 2,900 successful Invisalign cases and has helped many patients transform their smiles, including those who required Invisalign for underbites in NYC. As an expert in using Invisalign, he can offer all forms of treatment, including complete treatment, Invisalign Teen, and Invisalign Express.