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How Bite Ramps Help with Invisalign

If you’re wearing Invisalign, it’s essential to also wear Bite Ramps, which are small devices that fit over your archwire and help to center it in your mouth when you’re eating. Bite Ramps allow you to eat food without risking your aligners becoming damaged or making your teeth shift out of place, while they also make it easier to clean the space between your teeth and the aligners that are covering them up.


What Are Bite Ramps?

If you’re getting ready to start a course of Invisalign, it might be a good idea to look into bite ramps. Bite ramps are small plastic devices that slip into your mouth and help to support your teeth during treatment. The two main types of bite rams are preventive (also called mandibular bite rams) and retention (also called maxillary bite rams). As their names suggest, these pieces of hardware serve different purposes.


Preventive bite rams are used before treatment begins in order to correct or prepare an individual for aligners; retention bite rams are used at certain points during treatment, in order to help maintain proper positioning. Both can provide assistance when dealing with common problems such as lateral movement of teeth or pain caused by tooth movement. Most dentists don't offer both options, but sometimes one is more suitable than another; if you're unsure which type is right for you, be sure to ask! When choosing between them, it's important to consider your budget and schedule; unlike retainer retainers which have short life spans (and typically aren't covered by insurance), preventive bite rams generally don't need replacing. They can also fit well inside braces and other orthodontic appliances already present on an individual's teeth—another reason why they may appeal to those on a tighter schedule.


Why Do I Need Bite Ramps

Your clear aligners are supposed to fit precisely against your teeth, but it’s only natural that your mouth and jaws change while you wear them. If your aligners begin to rub against one another or chafe against your cheeks or lips, you may need some relief! There are several ways that a doctor might prescribe bite ramps for an Invisalign treatment. It is not uncommon for patients in between trays to experience minor issues like these, so here’s what you can do about it. First, try wiggling your trays from side-to-side to see if they slip more easily—this will help any lingering bits of food pass by without rubbing against your aligners. If that doesn’t work, ask your doctor about bite rugs.


Can My Dentist Provide Them?

Not every dentist offers them and not every dentist will tell you they are available to you. You may be able to get a set of bite ramps from your orthodontist if he or she thinks it will help you get better treatment results from your aligners. Your doctor won’t tell you about bite ramps unless he or she thinks they will help, so don’t be surprised if you have to specifically ask for them. Additionally, if you feel like your alignment isn’t going as well as expected, bring it up—your doctor may have another solution in mind that doesn’t involve extracting teeth! If bite ramps aren’t right for you, there is no harm in trying them out and seeing what happens.


They can make aligner therapy more comfortable, but they do nothing to change how well your teeth move with treatment. If it turns out that you need surgery anyway, at least getting bite ramps first might keep surgery costs down while ensuring optimal outcomes long-term (if there is any long-term). Remember: Always check with your own dentist before making any decisions around health care decisions – while some dentists use bit ramps regularly others believe they do more harm than good – finding out which camp your dentist falls into should help you decide whether or not using them would be right for you.


How Much Do They Cost?

Bites ramps are still a fairly new concept, and you'll find that dentists have different opinions on their necessity. But if you're on Invisalign, it may be a smart investment to protect your mouth and teeth. While they're not typically covered by insurance, you may qualify for financing or payment plans. Overall costs can range anywhere from $50-$300. However, it’s important to discuss any treatments involving bite ramps with your dentist so he or she can determine whether they’re necessary for your particular case. You might also want to consider alternatives, such as rubber bands, before going all-in on bite ramps. The right route will depend largely on your specific needs and wants; no one solution is right for everyone. Again, talk to your dentist about what treatment is best for you!


Do I Really Need Them?

The answer to that question is a resounding maybe. Some orthodontists don't even offer them, but most recommend them for certain patients. The truth is bite rams are usually added for two reasons: to fill space where teeth have been removed or to move back teeth. If you've had braces in the past and some of your brackets have been removed, bite rams can make an incredible difference as they will fill in gaps that may have been left behind. Likewise, if you're moving back multiple teeth then you'll need something more than wire to hold everything into place while healing occurs.


At either point they can be an essential part of your treatment plan, but whether or not they're right for you depends on a variety of factors unique to each patient. What's best is to work closely with your orthodontist and discuss your situation. Don't hesitate to ask questions! That's what they're there for. This way you'll end up getting exactly what you need—no more, no less.

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The Bottom Line

When you wear your trays, a vacuum is created in between them, which draws your upper and lower teeth together. This encourages natural pressure for teeth to realign themselves, resulting in straighter teeth over time. One potential side effect of wearing aligners is soreness of tissue around teeth due to undue stress from pushing too hard. While proper bite alignment shouldn’t cause pain on its own, discomfort can be indicative of improper alignment or overly stressed gums. Fortunately, there are some quick fixes that help address these issues and promote faster treatment. If you experience discomfort while wearing your trays, try one of these six tips to relieve pressure

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