Can Invisalign Help with Gum Disease?

When teeth are crowded, rotated, or crooked, they tend to collect more plaque biofilm than the other teeth in your mouth. Even if you’re great about your oral hygiene, there may be a few areas where your gum tissues are consistently inflamed or bleed.

If you’ve struggled with gum health problems in the past — whether it’s gingivitis or early periodontal disease — correcting your tooth alignment could help. Bringing your teeth into a proper biting relationship makes it easier to brush and floss thoroughly. As a result, you lower the number of bacteria collecting in those parts of your mouth.

The best part is that with Invisalign, you can brush and floss normally. Simply remove your aligners and clean your teeth as usual. You won’t need any extra hygiene aids to clean under wires or between brackets. Plus, the aligners can easily be brushed clean with tap water and antibacterial soap.

Although Invisalign itself doesn’t “treat” gum disease, it can guide your teeth into a healthy alignment that’s less prone to periodontal infections. It’s part of a comprehensive care plan for your smile. Orthodontic therapy, when combined with other types of ongoing periodontal treatment, can play a role in lowering your risk of future gum disease and tooth loss.

Do you have “problem areas” that tend to always get tartar buildup, or bleed when you’re brushing? Consider getting an orthodontic evaluation with Dr. Milstein to determine if the tooth rotation and position may be playing a role. If they are, adjusting your bite with removable Invisalign trays can help you get your oral health back on track.

To learn more about what Invisalign can do to enhance your overall oral health, schedule a consultation at Marina Milstein Orthodontics in Granite Bay. We also offer free virtual consultations via our secure mobile app. Contact us today to get started!