How to Handle Posterior Openbite for Invisalign Cases
Amanda Wilson DDS MDS
Orthodontist, CEO StraightSmile Solutions?, Mentor, Coach, Author, Speaker. Parent of 2029 MIT Collegiate Athlete.
What You Should Know About Posterior Openbite for Invisalign Cases
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Have you ever had a posterior openbite case during Invisalign and clear aligner cases? Working out how to handle a posterior openbite in Invisalign cases, it’s always important to keep in mind that every situation is unique. Nevertheless, there are options you could consider to help resolve these Invisalign cases efficiently and effectively, overall.
How to Handle Posterior Openbite for Invisalign Cases
Handling posterior openbite cases in Invisalign or clear aligner clients takes a certain level of time, care, and attention to detail since this often won’t be a quick two-minute case. However, once you’ve worked out the etiology of the openbite, you can tailor the Invisalign and clear aligner service to match.
Some of the critical causes of posterior openbite cases include:
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These are just a few of the potential causes of posterior openbite – and without fixing the initial problems first – you’ll struggle to change the entire situation.
When handling these cases, make sure you’ve always checked the contacts closely first; premature contacts won’t work with elastics, for example. Make sure any interference is removed or out of the way before continuing. Retraction of the lower incisors is often one of the most common options for this scenario.
Remember: Each Case is Unique
Handling a posterior openbite for your Invisalign or clear aligner cases doesn’t need to be a major headache. However, there are multiple options you could consider, and this can help you handle posterior openbite cases with greater success rates and fewer revisions.
So, make sure you start with a thorough assessment of each patient, and if you have any concerns, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our experts here at Straight Smile Solutions to book a dental consultation with one of our staff.