Seattle Invisalign doctors

	Lance Timmerman, DMD Seattle Cosmetic Dentist 7100 Fort Dent Way Suite 270, Seattle		425 answers
	Brian Povolny, DDS, PhD Seattle Orthodontist 411 Strander Blvd. Suite 104, Tukwila		124 answers
	R. William McNeill, DDS, MS Mercer Island Orthodontist 2817 80th Ave. S.E. , Mercer Island		62 answers
	Theron Baker, DDS Seattle Cosmetic Dentist 509 Olive Way Suite 1538, Seattle		4 answers
	Robert G. Berman, DDS, PS Seattle Cosmetic Dentist 1229 Madison Nordstrom Medical Tower - Suite 807, Seattle		1 answer

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I Have Five Crooked Bottom Teeeth and Two Overlapping Will Invisalign Work for Me? (photo) will i have to get teeth removed.

A: Removal of teeth for Invisalign not usually needed

In years past it was routine to extract teeth when doing orthodontics. Times have changed and removal of teeth is only in extreme cases. Invisalign allows us more control of tooth movement and often allows us to avoid extractions.

The photos are hard to read, so I can't really comment on what you would need, but I would assume extractions would not be likely.

Lance Timmerman, DMD

Seattle Cosmetic Dentist

Can a Dentist Order Invisalign Without Telling You the Price ?? I got my braces off 4 weeks ago and was not happy with the result. My dentist told me he would handle it. After 4 weeks of wondering why my top retainer was not in yet I went in and asked.My dentist told me he ordered 2 -3 trays of invisalign and that it takes 6 weeks to create an ship. He was busy, so he couldn't talk any longer. I went home and found out it costs near 5 grand. Do the amount of trays have any influence on the price? Will the invisalign still fit b/c my teeth have shifted?

A: Invisalign costs can vary

Until the dentist gets the ClinCheck (the computer treatment plan), they don't know how many aligners/trays are needed for the case. Until then, only a range of fees can be given.

However, I strongly suggest that you be aware of all costs before starting. This will avoid any surprises.

Lance Timmerman, DMD

Seattle Cosmetic Dentist

What Are Ortho Wire's Made Of? Tried One on Top and Got Galvanic Shock, Alergic to Nickel 3 year post invisalign patient, need 2 new crowns, so will have to get new invisalign trays. After treatment tried a gold wire for top could not use it because of galvanic shock. No fillings where wire would be placed but, surrounding teeth have pins, and filings. Cannot wear nickel earings, they irratate. The only solution I was given was to use the invisalign retainer trays. Is their any other product that can be used?

A: Not all orthodontic wires contain nickel

If the metal is the problem, then the advice of the Invisalign retainers is a good alternative. There ARE wires that do not contain nickel, but the physical properties may not work well for what you are doing. You may be playing some trial and error.

Lance Timmerman, DMD

Seattle Cosmetic Dentist

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	“Invisalign Process for 40+ Year Old...” I'm a 40+ year old male who has decided to finally address crooked teeth, fangs, and other unhappy aspects of my smile. I've just started the Invisalign process. I began by going to 3 consultations with reputable orthos in Seattle. All of the doctors arrived at the conclusion that Invisalign would help me get a substantial improvement in the orientation of the teeth, but would not... more
	“Videos posted today, and got 10...” Got my first trays today, and it went much better than I expected, based on comments I had read here and other places. Trays went on easily and pop off just fine (though I have long fingers and some decent nails!). They just felt tight, and after about 7 hours were aching like I remember feeling as a child when a molar was fighting it's way out. Then the aching subsided. It actually feels... more
	“Skipped Braces” I absolutely LOVED my Invisalign. When I was a kid, my parents didn't want me to get braces because I was doing modeling at the time. Years later, as an adult with her own pay check, I had grown tired of my "stair-step" bottom jaw. My consultation and initial appointments were very informative and gave me realistic time frames. After having worn an abdominal brace for... more
	“I'm on Day 2 and I Am in So Much Pain.” After several consultations with dentists and orthodontists I decided to go with an orthodontist to provide my invisalign treatment. Although slightly more expensive with the orthodontist ($200-300 more), I value the knowledge and experience an orthodontist has and feel like I am more likely to have a successful treatment. Plus, during my consultation with the orthodontist, he mentioned... more
	“Teeth Moved Fast with Little Pain or...” I had braces when I was a kid, but my bottom teeth had moved quite a bit since then, one tooth turning sideways and others becoming crooked. I had a few people over the years tease me about my "vampire" teeth -- a couple of teeth I didn't realize had started to seem like they were sticking up because they were turning. It doesn't happen overnight, and the first tray or two hurt a bit at... more
	“Invisalign - Worried About Progrss...” I'm on invisalign tray 6 of 17 for uppers and 6 of 20 for lowers. Two of the teeth on the lower trays have impressions for buttons. However, it will be tray 9 before my next appointment and the ortho still hasn't attached buttons to my teeth.Is it normal to have impressions for buttons, but not have anything attached to my teeth for them to grab? The buttons were meant for smooth teeth... more
	“The First Few Weeks Were Hard but...” Cons: * You have to brush your teeth after you eat or drink anything other than water. If you don't, you will get cavities and it will be harder to clean your trays. * Dry mouth and occasional tooth / gum tenderness. * They aren't completely invisible and it takes some time getting used to having something on your teeth - especially when you are talking. Pros: * Cuts back on snacking.... more
	“Only on my 4th Day....” I am 20 years old, female, and in college. I have never had braces, and never needed them. I had a couple crooked teeth, but no one can really tell. However…fast forward to now, my crooked teeth are starting to chip because of the way they are in adjacent to my other teeth. Anyways, I decided to get invisalign and am on my 4th day. So far so good, I guess. The first two days my teeth... more
	“So Much Better Than Conventional Braces” My teeth had moved 30 years after my initial stint with traditional braces. I was told I was a perfect candidate for Invisaline. I am glad I did because the results are fantastic. I had my front teeth and bite aligned with little pain. It took only 6 months to go from what I thought was crooked eye teeth to a gorgeous smile! I would definitely tell my friends to do it if they needed to. more
	“Not Worth It” I had minor alignment problems with my teeth - nothing major. My dentist said Invisalign would be a good option in lieu of regular braces. After three years of Invisalign and many adjustments to the trays, I still had a couple of teeth that wouldn't straighten. I ended up going to the orthodontist for regular braces (fortunately, my dentist picked up the expense because she felt bad that... more
	“Just Beginning Treatment...” I'm on my 5th day of wearing the aligners and I couldn't be happier. Nobody notices that I'm wearing them unless we're up close and I point them out. The pain has been very mild - just enough to know they're working. I can already see my two front teeth getting straighter. I feel like maybe I paid a bit too much but I feel very confident that I found a great orthodontist. He is one... more
	“Wish I Could Have the Money Back.....” I am at the end of my regular invisalign treatment and about to start the retainers. I wish I hadn't done it. Alot of my dissatifaction came from the fact that my dentist did a really poor job of paiting an accurate picture of the process. I simply didn't dislike my teeth enough to go through this. He didn't tell me that I would have to come in for visits every month, every time I go in I get... more
	“VERY Happy with the Results...not...” I started in March 2008 and I have 13 trays (both top and bottom), a total of 26 weeks. I am on tray set # 9. I am completely satisfied with everything about Invisalign. Granted, the pressure (not pain) is annoying when I first switch trays every two weeks. But after the 6th set, I stopped taking advil since it's tolerable pressure. My dentist is awesome and has been upfront with me... more
	“Straight Teeth Without the Pain of...” I have been doing Invisalign now for about 9 months. I wouldn't say I love it (it can be uncomfortable or even a bit painful at times) but I am incredibly happy with the results so far. I never had braces when I was younger. And at 29, I certainly didn't want an eye-catching mouth full of metal. When I went in for a consultation, the dentist palpably exuded excitement. According to him,... more
	“Loved the Results of Invisalign” I'm suprised with so many posts to see so few pictures. So proud of my new smile, I'm happy to weigh in here. I see others have posted with complaints of excruciating pain. I'm not one to downplay pain--I have an incredibly low tolerance for the stuff. I'm the girl that has to have anesthetic to have her teeth cleaned. I also will not allow my dentist to use anything but warm water in my mouth... more
	“Absolutely Wonderful, But, It Might...” I am at the very end of my treatment. I started in October of 2006 and it is now March of 2008. My treatment was supposed to take 10-12 months, so it has gone a bit over. However, the reason for this is that once I got through all of my aligners, we had to "tweak" a tooth, so it has taken a bit longer than expected. However, WELL worth the money, 100%. Just be sure to find an orthodontist... more
	“Great Program” On the advice of my regular dentist, I had traditional brackets and wire braces from age 40-42. His rationale was to improve the longevity of my teeth since I wasn't all that worried about the cosmetic side of things. I hated that program so much I stopped before having a "perfect" outcome, even though we were 6-8 months over schedule already. I hated the retainer too, so my occlusion... more