{"id":276,"date":"2025-02-04T18:48:57","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T18:48:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/blog\/?p=276"},"modified":"2025-03-28T18:50:40","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T18:50:40","slug":"can-i-still-wear-invisalign-if-i-grind-my-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/blog\/2025\/02\/04\/can-i-still-wear-invisalign-if-i-grind-my-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Still Wear Invisalign If I Grind My Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"a patient holding their Invisalign aligner\" class=\"wp-image-277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>These days, more and more patients are turning toward Invisalign clear aligners to achieve all of their orthodontic goals and unlock their smile\u2019s true potential. If you\u2019re enticed by this convenient alternative to braces, you might have doubts about your eligibility if you suffer from bruxism, which means you\u2019re prone to grinding and clenching your teeth. To learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/invisalign-clear-braces.html\">Invisalign<\/a> and why it\u2019s still a viable orthodontic treatment for patients who grind their teeth, continue reading below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does Invisalign Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment that accomplishes the same job as traditional braces; however, the way it does this is different. Rather than relying on metal brackets and wires that are bonded to the teeth, the Invisalign system uses sets of custom-made, clear plastic aligners that are worn over the teeth for around 22 hours each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The aligners can be used to tackle a wide range of orthodontic issues, including crooked teeth as well as overbites, underbites, and more. Patients also advance to new sets of trays roughly every two weeks, to keep up with the movement of their teeth. Assuming all conditions are met, patients can expect a treatment process that lasts anywhere from 12 to 18 months on average, which is often shorter than the timeline for braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will Bruxism Impact My Invisalign Eligibility?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bruxism, which is the medical term for teeth grinding\/jaw clenching, is a very common condition that affects around 10% to 30% of all adults. What\u2019s worse is that many patients experience this when they\u2019re asleep, meaning they\u2019re unaware it\u2019s happening in the first place. However, bruxism can cause harm to the jaw joints, surrounding muscles and ligaments, and the teeth themselves, meaning that it\u2019s reasonable to assume that the condition will also affect \u2013 and potentially ruin \u2013 their Invisalign aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be happy to hear that bruxism does not disqualify you from Invisalign treatment! Even if your bruxism does wear out a set of aligners before you\u2019re supposed to move on to the next pair, your provider can simply order a new set for you if it\u2019s needed. It\u2019s also likely that they won\u2019t become so worn they\u2019re unwearable before you\u2019re meant to advance to a new set of trays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just note that patients who must wear a nightguard or splint due to their teeth grinding may not be eligible for Invisalign, as you\u2019d have to give up wearing these devices at night in favor of the Invisalign trays. Speaking with your provider about your circumstances beforehand is wise before giving up on treatment altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the leadership of Dr. Marco Caballeros and Dr. Carlos Parra, the team at On Point Dentistry has proudly served the dental needs of patients and families in Frisco and the surrounding North Texas area. They offer a wide range of services for patients of all ages, including orthodontic solutions like SureSmile and Invisalign clear aligners. If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to get in touch with the team to schedule an appointment, please feel free to reach out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onpointdentistryfrisco.com\/contact.html\">online<\/a> or by phone for more information. <strong>Telephone: (469) 476-4092.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These days, more and more patients are turning toward Invisalign clear aligners to achieve all of their orthodontic goals and unlock their smile\u2019s true potential. 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