Looking after your oral health

A straight smile can improve more than just your confidence. It can help benefit your oral health, too.

Why alignment plays a role

The importance of alignment

Oral health is often overlooked.

But yours could be affecting more than you think.


Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide are dealing with oral disease,* with many issues developing and worsening quietly, without obvious signs.
It’s even possible to detect early signs of wider health concerns
in the mouth.


93% of dentists agree that oral health is connected to overall health.*
By aligning your teeth properly, you can improve your oral health,
and prevent these issues from becoming a problem.


So, how can misaligned teeth affect your oral and overall health?

More than just straight teeth

What misalignment can affect

The effects of misaligned teeth

  • When teeth aren’t properly aligned, it can create tight, difficult-to-reach places that are harder to clean.

  • Plaque and bacteria can build up more easily in these places.

  • If your bite doesn’t line up correctly, your teeth and jaw may not function properly.

Plus Icon FAQ

The impact on your oral health

  • Plaque buildup can affect your tooth and gum health, causing cavities, inflammation and gum disease.

  • Uneven pressure on your teeth from misalignment can cause wear and chipping.

  • Simple, everyday comfort can be affected.

Plus Icon FAQ

How oral health affects your broader health

  • In many cases, early signs of broader health concerns can appear in the mouth.

  • 90% of systemic diseases ​can be detected from a comprehensive oral exam​.*

  • Misaligned teeth can cause problems you may not necessarily connect with your oral health, such as headaches and jaw pain.

Plus Icon FAQ

Drama free teeth straightening

How Invisalign® treatment supports oral health

Investing in straighter teeth is about more than enjoying a confident smile.
By improving alignment, Invisalign® treatment help your teeth stay stronger for longer - supporting long-term oral health.  

Invisalign® aligners are the #1
doctor-recommended clear aligner brand worldwide.1

1/3

Invisalign® aligners are the #1
doctor-recommended clear aligner brand worldwide.1

Invisalign® treatment has transformed the smiles of more than 22 million people around the world.2

Unique SmartTrack material moves teeth more comfortably and predictably.3

Addressing minor issues now could prevent them from developing into larger, more costly issues later.
Start your journey to straighter teeth and better oral health today.

Discover your Smile Wellness stage

Wondering how your oral health looks today?

It comes down to your daily habits, gum health,
alignment and bite comfort, which all support your oral health.
Answer a few quick questions to see how your smile is doing.

Discover your Smile Wellness stage

Wondering how your oral health looks today?

It comes down to your daily habits, gum health,
alignment and bite comfort, which all support your oral health.
Answer a few quick questions to see how your smile is doing.

What oral health looks like in real life

From daily cleaning to long-term care, our Smile Squad explores how straighter teeth can support better oral health.

  1. Based on a global survey of 1,786 doctors (dentists and orthodontists who use clear aligners) by IQVIA in NA, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC. Data on File at Align Technology, as of June 30, 2022.
  2. Data on file at Align Technology, as of Q4, 2025.
  3. Compared to Invisalign aligners previously made from single-layer (EX30) material.