Clear Aligners for Crossbite with Aged 16–17: what affects eligibility

It depends. clear aligners for crossbite with aged 16–17 can be possible, but bite findings usually decide the best route.

This is commonly workable, but the best option depends on a few measurable factors.

Typical timeline: ~18 months Current best-fit options: Clear Aligners, Braces, Retainers

For a clearer decision, a clinician review evaluates your bite and key findings to determine the most predictable option.

Clinical Considerations

These checks commonly decide which option fits best for clear aligners for crossbite with aged 16–17:

• Bite assessment (front and side bite relationship)

• Consent pathway confirmation (patient/parent depending on age)

If you want, an optional online clinician review can interpret these checks for your specific bite.

Options And What Would Change The Choice

Recommended Treatment Ranking:

• Clear Aligners

• Braces

• Retainers

Key reasons from the quick check:

• Braces: suitability 74/100 — often wins when bite detail needs tighter control.

• Clear aligners: suitability 78/100 — can be a strong option if the movement is suitable for trays.

• Retainers: suitability 47/100 — may be suitable if the goal is stability or limited movement.

An optional online clinician review can confirm which option is most predictable for your bite.

Cost Expectations

For clear aligners for crossbite with aged 16–17, this sits in cost band 4/4.

Complex case range. Often £5,000+ where staged planning is required.

Bands reflect planning time and how involved the case tends to be.

Final pricing is confirmed once the plan is agreed.

Timeline Expectations

For clear aligners for crossbite with aged 16–17, a typical estimate is around 18 months.

Exact duration depends on bite goals and how the movement is planned.

An optional online clinician review can give a more personalised estimate.