{"id":149,"date":"2023-11-17T22:11:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T22:11:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richardsonortho.com\/blog\/?p=149"},"modified":"2023-12-27T22:11:28","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T22:11:28","slug":"can-i-still-use-invisalign-if-i-grind-my-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richardsonortho.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/17\/can-i-still-use-invisalign-if-i-grind-my-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Grin and Grind: Can Invisalign Be the Solution for Teeth Grinders?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Invisalign has become the premier method of straightening teeth for patients who want to be treated discreetly. While many patients have heard the name before, few of them know about the exciting benefits of the system. Sure, it straightens teeth, but did you know that it can actually help patients who grind their teeth as well?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to learn more about Invisalign<\/a> and its many benefits for your smile, continue reading. You\u2019ll see it\u2019s much more than a set of portable braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Does Invisalign Work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign uses a set of clear plastic aligners to gradually shift your teeth into their desired positions. Each aligner is designed to move your teeth a certain amount so that the next stage can continue. Some patients only need six months to see their results while others could need the system for a year or more. It all depends on your unique smile profile and your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bruxism, What Is That?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bruxism is the habit of grinding or clenching teeth. This often happens during sleep without the patient\u2019s knowledge and can lead to multiple dental issues like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n