Crooked Teeth
Straightening options for adults and teenagers, including what aligners can and cannot correct.
Treatment options
Ordered from the most conservative option upward. A dentist will tell you which apply to your case — this is a map of the territory, not a recommendation.
- 1InvisalignA series of custom clear aligners that move teeth gradually, changed on a schedule set by the provider.Priced for the full treatmentPartially covered
- 2Other Clear AlignersNon-Invisalign aligner systems, including in-office and lab-made brands offered by many practices.Priced for the full treatmentPartially covered
- 3Traditional BracesMetal brackets and wires bonded to the teeth and adjusted over time.Priced for the full treatmentPartially covered
- 4Ceramic BracesFixed braces with tooth-coloured brackets, less visible than metal but working the same way.Priced for the full treatmentPartially covered
- 5RetainersFixed or removable appliances worn after orthodontic treatment to hold teeth in their new positions.Priced for the full treatmentRarely covered
- 6Porcelain VeneersThin porcelain shells bonded to the front of teeth to change their shape, colour, and alignment.Priced per toothRarely covered
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