What is the Success Rate of Invisalign?

Are you about to get Invisalign treatment in Seattle, but are also wondering how effective these clear aligners truly are? You’ve come to the right place.

Invisalign is a very effective type of orthodontic therapy, but of course, it’s not for everyone. Check out this short article to learn what’s the average Invisalign success rate, and who is a good candidate for these aligners.

What Is Invisalign and How Does It Work?

Invisalign is a type of clear aligner that puts pressure on the teeth to slowly reposition them.

During your consultation, a dentist takes a scan of your teeth and maps out how the teeth should migrate to correct your alignment or bite. The scans are then sent to an Invisalign lab, where multiple sets of aligners are created specifically for you.

Throughout your treatment, you will need to wear your trays for at least 22 hours every day. Invisalign needs almost constant pressure with your teeth to successfully correct their position.

Average Invisalign Success Rate

Invisalign has around a 96% success rate. The reason for such a high number lies in screening the patients prior to making the custom trays, to make sure Invisalign is truly the right solution for them.

Though effective, Invisalign can only treat minor to moderate cases of misalignment or improper bites. Thanks to Invisalign attachments (buttons and bands), even more patients have access to this clear aligner therapy.

Unfortunately, Invisalign’s abilities are limited when it comes to:

• Rotating a tooth
• Fixing a large gap
• Address skeletal bite issues
• Treating severe cases of misalignment

In these cases, patients may need traditional metal braces, which can put a lot more pressure on the teeth. If you have a skeletal bite misalignment, you may even need jaw surgery and braces to correct it.

Am I a Good Candidate for Invisalign?

Apart from the severity of your tooth misalignment, a dentist near you will also take a look at the following factors to determine if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign:

• Age: Younger children who cannot comply with the treatment are usually better candidates for braces;
• ‍Oral health: Having cavities, gum disease, or other oral health issues may postpone your Invisalign treatment;
• ‍Oral hygiene habits: Patients must diligently brush their teeth and clear their aligners daily to prevent oral health conditions during their Invisalign treatment. Patients who show signs of improper oral hygiene habits may not be good candidates;
• ‍Commitment: If you don’t wear your aligners correctly, the results will be affected. Patients who are not willing to commit to the rules are usually not cleared for Invisalign treatment.

How Green Leaf Dental Can Help

Discover if Invisalign is the right solution for you by meeting with Dr. Yoni and Dr. Bean for a short consultation.

Request an Invisalign appointment at Green Leaf Dental online, or call us at (206) 316-2351 to learn more about our services.