Orthodontic treatment moves teeth by exerting sustained pressure on them. And traditional braces are the most effective orthodontic approach for moving teeth in this way. But if you have one or more dental crowns and you need orthodontic treatment, then traditional braces might not be the right approach.
For teeth with crowns, Invisalign is a better approach for several reasons.
Traditional Brace Brackets Can Cause Aesthetic Damage to Crowns
One common issue that occurs with traditional braces and dental crowns is the aesthetic damage that sometimes occurs during the removal of the brackets after treatment has finished.
When people think of dental implants, they may think of implants that replace missing teeth. While missing teeth is one possible reason to undergo an implant procedure, there are others, such as implants for bridges and implants for fixed prosthetics (e.g., all-on-four dentures). If you have a palate defect, such as a fistula or missing tissue from oral cancer, then dental implants could be used to correct the problem. Read on to learn more about palatal defects and how dental implants can correct these issues.
