Many people get dental veneers to improve the look of their teeth and smile. Veneers are a straightforward way to quickly and easily improve the shape and color of your teeth. But your teeth move and shift throughout your life, so what happens to all that work if your teeth change position?
The good news is that if you’re concerned about your bite, the way your teeth function, or if your teeth have shifted out of alignment over time, Invisalign can often address those issues—even if you already have veneers.
Can I Get Invisalign With Veneers?
The answer to this is a resounding: Yes! You can get Invisalign with veneers.
Invisalign is safe for veneers, and there is minimal risk of chipping or otherwise damaging the veneers from orthodontic aligner trays. If you have veneers, your orthodontist can still create a treatment plan for aligners to correct your bite. However, there are some important caveats to note.
- Your veneers must be in good condition with a solid bond to the tooth. Otherwise, you risk them detaching during orthodontic treatment and will need to get them reaffixed.
- Be prepared to possibly replace your veneers after treatment.
While Invisalign won’t hurt your veneers, they were placed when your teeth were in a different specific position. By moving the position of your teeth, you may no longer like the appearance of your original veneers and may need to replace them.
Invisalign is often the top choice for orthodontic treatment when patients have veneers. Metal brackets don’t always adhere as well to the material veneers are made from, and the aligner trays are gentle yet effective for those with more extensive dental work (like veneers or crowns).
How Do Invisalign and Veneers Compare?
While both Invisalign and veneers improve the look of your smile, veneers are simply a cosmetic fix, while Invisalign creates a great-looking smile and a properly functioning bite.
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| Clear aligner trays can be removed while eating and drinking and gently move the position of your teeth. | Thin shells bonded to the front of teeth are made of porcelain or composite. |
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Dental veneers can change the appearance of your teeth to give you the aesthetic results you want, while Invisalign changes the position of your teeth to give you the functionality you need, but without changing the look or shape of your teeth.
Treatment Considerations for Invisalign with Veneers
If you’re looking to enjoy the best of both worlds—enhanced aesthetics to address chipped or stained teeth, along with improved function and a straighter smile—the ideal approach is to complete orthodontic treatment first, then follow up with teeth whitening and/or veneers. Once your teeth are properly aligned, you may be pleasantly surprised by how much you appreciate the natural character of your smile.
Many whitening options can be used during and after orthodontic treatment to improve the look of your smile even more. However, if you already have veneers, remember that whitening treatments will only work on your natural enamel, not the material of your veneers.
If you already have veneers and your teeth have changed position, you can still get Invisalign to correct the misalignments and get you back to the smile you love. Invisalign aligners fit over veneers the same as natural teeth, and the veneers don’t prevent your orthodontist from developing a personalized treatment plan to correct your misalignments. As long as your veneers are in good condition and firmly bonded to your teeth, they should not cause problems for your Invisalign treatment.
Once you’ve finished Invisalign treatment with or without veneers, it is essential to wear a retainer according to your orthodontist’s instructions to prevent your teeth from shifting again.
Beverly Hills Orthodontics Is Your Best Choice for Invisalign With Veneers
If you have veneers and want orthodontic treatment, Beverly Hills Orthodontics is where you need to be! BHO founder and lead orthodontist Dr. Monica Madan is an Ivy League graduate with an impeccable history of successful Invisalign treatment for her patients.
As an Invisalign Blue Diamond Top 1% provider, she treats over 400 patients annually. With the newest technology and treatments at the forefront of today’s dental medicine, Dr. Madan will provide you with the best results and customize your treatment experience. The entire BHO staff is dedicated to helping patients achieve their perfect smiles, which stems from a belief that everyone deserves a beautiful smile they love to show off.
If you are interested in Invisalign with veneers and want to see what we can do for you, contact our office and book a consultation appointment.
NOTE: All blog content is intended to supplement—NOT REPLACE—the expertise of a healthcare professional and should not be construed in any way as medical advice. Consult a professional orthodontist directly, like the ones at BHO, to assess your individual needs and advise the best course of treatment.