Most patients are instructed to wear their trays for 20–22 hours daily, removing them for meals, most drinks and oral hygiene.

It can improve some overbites. Complex tooth or jaw relationships may require braces, elastics, or specialist assessment.

Active gum disease should generally be stabilized before orthodontic movement begins.

Mild pressure or tenderness is common after changing trays. Severe or constant pain should be reported to the dental team.

No, but many patients need small tooth-coloured attachments to help produce specific movements.

Yes, when their dental development is suitable, and they can follow the wear and cleaning instructions.

Yes. Retainers help prevent teeth from shifting after Invisalign or braces.

Some plans include orthodontic benefits, but age limits, lifetime maximums and exclusions vary. DSV Dental can help review available benefit information, while the insurer makes the final coverage decision.