Invisalign After Dentist Answers, Q&A, Tips

When Should I Start Seeing Invisalign Results?

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After Invisalign Treatment, What Type of Retainer Will I Get?

I was wondering when your done with the Invisalign treatment , I know you get a retainer and usually it is a clear retainer that looks exactly like...

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With Invisalign, is It Okay to Drink Liquids Other Than Water?

This is just my 2nd day with Invisalign. The little bit of discomfort is going away. I was told to ONLY drink water when the braces are in, due to...

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Do I Still Need to Wear a Retainer After Invisalign?

Do you still need to wear a retainer after Invisalign? Or could you simply continue to wear the last Invisalign brace to ensure your teeth stay in place?

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Can I Go on to my Next Invisalign Tray After Less Than 2 Weeks, if my Teeth Fit in It?

It seems that after about a week, my teeth have moved and will fit in the next tray. Is there any disadvantage to moving through the trays faster and...

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What Can I Do About "Black Triangles" Caused by Invisalign Treatment?

I started invisalign treatment in Feb. 08 for crooked teeth. I'm wearing the last tray for bottom teeth and the result is not nearly satisfying....

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Invisalign and TMJ

I am on tray 6 of Invisalign and am having problems with pain in my jaw and headaches. Do other people have this problem? I am wondering if I am...

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How Long Should I Wear the Invisalign Attachments?

I've just gotten my second Invisalign tray today. My dentist placed 4 attachments on my front teeth, and I now have 17 trays all up. How long do I...

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How Long Do Invisalign Results Last?

I have always had straight teeth, but they started to shift when I turned 23 (I'm 24 now and they are still shifting). If I get Invisalign and...

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Will Filing Teeth for Invisalign Affect Teeth Strength?

I am finishing my Invisalign treatment and my dentist wants to file the bottom of my front upper tooth so it is aligned with the rest. Is this OK to...

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What's the Best Invisalign Cleaning System?

What's the best Invisalign cleaning system? What should I use to clean my Invisalign aligners?

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Can Invisalign Cause Locked Jaw?

I'm on my second set of retainers and my jaw locked up. It'snot locked open and its not locked closed, I just can't open my mouth all the way. It has...

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Is There a Structure to Taking out Invisalign Aligners?

Does anyone have any tips for taking off the aligners for invisalign? I spend about 20 minutes each time I need to take them off. The aligners do...

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Why Did my Invisalign Crack?

I'm using Invisalign teen, and one of my aligners is starting to crack near the gum line, between two teeth. It also has colored spots/wear indicators...

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Children Losing Invisalign Tray After Two Weeks

Children can easily lose that small clear tray. What generally happens if the Invisalign trays are lost after two weeks? Will there any be significant...

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Will Invisalign Permanently Change my Bite?

I just started Invisalign yesterday, and it seems to be okay so far, but it is changing my bite. It has definitely moved my teeth, and now when I try...

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Aligner Irritation Inside of Mouth

I started using the aligners 48 hours ago. The inside of my mouth seems quite irritated, especially the inside of my cheeks. Will this...

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Any Remedies to Fix a Torn Invisalign Tray?

I have had 4 trays tear in the same spot, where a problem tooth is. Now, my dentist tells me that the trays haven't been fitting right and I had to go...

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I Have Developed Extreme Pain After Invisalign. What Should I Do?

I have had Invisalgn for 13 months 6 weeks ago, and I developed extreme pain in my teeth. It's almost non stop, and the dentists say they do not know...

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How to Get an Invisalign Refund?

I finished treatment with Invisalign. My teeth are still crooked with a space between my front teeth. Has anyone in Calif. pursued getting any...

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Switching Invisalign Trays Every 10-11 Days Instead of 14?

It seems like I have very little soreness after putting in my new Invisalign aligners. I feel the pressure the first couple days, but after that, the...

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Can Invisalign Damage Teeth?

I had Invisalign for 8 months and had the 2 attachments on the upper second tooth from the front on each side. When they were removed, vertical...

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Tooth Not Lining Up with Invisalign Buttons

I am currently on tray 12 out of around 26 for Invisalign on my upper teeth, and I am having a small problem. One tooth left of my front teeth is not...

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Can I Get a Refund After Invisalign Impressions Are Made?

I recently attended a consult for Invisalign. I was told at that appointment I should be able to have my invisalign at a (staff rate) being half...

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Is It OK to Keep Wearing Cracked Invisalign Tray?

My bottom Invisalign tray just cracked while I was taking them off for dinner. I am on day 11 of 14. Also, two days ago the bottom tray didn't...

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Can Invisalign Make You Nauseous?

I am 4 days into Invisalign and am slightly dizzy and nauseous, unless I am lying down. Is this normal?

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How Often Should I Change Invisalign Trays?

My ortho told me to change my invisalign tray every 11 days, is that ok to do?

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Invisalign: How to Eat when Can't Brush Right Away?

Can a person use invisalign if they cannot always brush right after eating? Running water is not always available during the day at worksites -- could...

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Why Would Invisalign Attachments Fall off or Break?

Why do 2 of my attachments keep falling off or breaking? I just finished a week on Invisalign. Additionally, my tray got loose very early.

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Invisalign Tray 1 Lost on Day 2. Is It Ok to Advance to Tray 2?

I lost my top tray on Day 2 of the first set and my upper teeth are pretty straight to start with. The next tray fits ok with a little pressure on my...

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Tender Sensitive Teeth from Invisalign Retainers?

Hi, I've researched the questions on realself.com but couldn't find an answer. I completed my treatment 4 months ago and wear my retainers...

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Can Invisalign Cause Ear Pain?

I'm just on my first set of trays and about 2 nights into treatment, I experienced severe ear pain. Is this common?

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Should Invisalign Be Done Before Veneers?

Worn for overcrowded teeth.

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Lost Invisalign Tray - Can I Advance Early?

I'm away at college and lost current tray after wearing one week. I don't have previous trays either. Called dr. on Wed. for advice and was...

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After Doing Full Invisalign Treatment, What Does It Mean to Need a "Refinement"?

After almost completing the full Invisalign tray treatment, I am wearing #15's (17 trays total for upper and lowers) but specifically for a front...

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Can You Stop Invisalign Mid-treatment?

What if you decide to quit using Invisalign before you use all your trays, either because you've changed you mind or because you're satisfied with the...

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Advice for Decreasing Soreness from Invisalign?

My tongue is sore (like I burnt my tongue) from rubbing on the bottom tray. It's also sore on the bottom outside of my gums, in front. Is there...

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What Should I Do if my Invisalign Attachments Fall Off?

How often do Invisalign attachments accidentally come off? What would cause that failure?

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Movement from Night Wearing of Retainer After Invisalign

I have recently finished my Invisalign and I am at the stage of wearing a retainer only at night. I have noticed a significant amount of movement...

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How to Tell if Invisalign is Genuine?

I went in yesterday, but am doubting that I got Invisalign. I have friends who have it and theirs is barely noticeable while my trays are extra thick...

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Changing Retainers Too Quickly After Invisalign?

I am wondering if it is absolutely necessary to wear the retainers for 2 weeks, sometimes I change them in 10-12 days because they fit well. What...

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Pain Normal While Wearing Invisalign?

I am on my third Invisalign tray and I'm experiencing a lot of pain on the rigjht side of my face and jaw. When I wear the tray for more than 22 hours...

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Refund or Stop Paying Installments if You Quit Invisalign Mid-treatment?

I am now mid way through my invisalign treatment, and I'm already satisfied with the results. Is it possible to stop my treatment now, and what kind...

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Rubber Bands with Invisalign: Is it Too Late in the Process?

I am currently on my 18th or 23rd set of aligners and i am an overbite. my orthodontist has not suggested or mentioned the use of rubber bands with...

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Ill-fitting Invisalign Tray on Wisdom Tooth

Tray not snug on one side where I have a wisdom tooth, should I be concerned? I just started tray 1 of 10 trays and am on day 5. The trays are very...

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Invisalign Not Fitting Properly

I started getting lazy with wearing my trays all the time. I know I shouldn't have! But the following trays seemed to fit fine so I assumed...

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Do I Have to Pay for a Retainer After Invisalign?

Is a retainer included in the treatment or do I have to pay for one?

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Aligners Removed for 12+ Hours - Can I Resume Normal Usage?

I have been sick with a virus and had to keep my aligners out for 12-16 hours. I am wondering if I can resume wearing the aligners the same as before...

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Teeth No Longer Touching After Using Invisalign Retainer?

I finished my invisalign treatment in January of 2010 and I have been wearing my invisalign retainer every night since then. After I finished my...

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Can I Change Dentists While I'm Using Invisalign?

I have 9 U-aligner. I was supposed to have IPR in 4 places as prescribed at Align Technologies. However, my dentist forgot to do it. After wearing my...

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Are "Buttons" Necessary for Invsalign Treatment?

I just began invisalign treatment. With the first set of aligners, all of the "buttons" popped off the first day, yet my teeth still moved...

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Wearing Invisalign for Less Than 24 Hours Per Day

I'm not sure I can commit to wearing the invisalign appliances for 24hrs per day. What happens if I only wear it at night and for a few hours per...

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Replacing Invisalign Buttons?

I just had my "buttons" put on today. There are 14 of them in all (seven top, seven bottom) the top are what really bother me. There are...

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Why Doesn't my Vacuum-Formed Retainer Cover my Molars?

This is a follow up to another question that I asked a couple of days ago. I have noticed that only my back molar teeth are touching and none of the...

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Whitening with Invisalign Tray and Attachments?

My dentist gave me whitening gel to use with invisalign trays - I have about 3 months left in my initial trays. However, I have a number of...

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Are Fixed Braces Still Required After Invisalign?

During my consultation for invisalign, I was told that to finish of the job with invisalign I still may need to wear fixed braces (train tracks) for...

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Am I Able to Drink Anything and Eat Soft Foods While Wearing Invisalign?

I was curious if I was allowed to drink anything while wearing Invisalign or if it would damage my Invisalign. Drinks (with the exception of coffee...

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Hello, is It Normal That my Invisalign Top Tray Doesn't Fit on my Front Teeth?

My top tray isn't fitting onto my teeth properly. Only the left side of my top tray fits, but my two front teeth and the right side don't....

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Pain from Invisalign

My trays are rubbing up against my inner cheeks, as well as the underside of my tongue. I can barely speak nor swallow without pain. Is this normal?...

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Can Bonding Be Removed Without Taking Away Any Tooth Structure? How Should It Be Done?

This question relates to residual Invisalign IPR been bonded by the destist. I am looking for a second opinion. I want to remove the bonding and close...

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Facial Pain from Invisalign?

I'm on my second series - one tooth was uncooperative after the first series. Within 4 weeks of starting the first set 1 1/2 years ago, I developed...

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Not Possible to Change Your Bite with Invisalign?

I would like my orthodontist to change my bite back to the way it used to be. He says that nature has moved my teeth to its proper place and by moving...

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Invisalign One-Day Break - How Much To Wait Till Next Tray?

I am at tray 10 or so and have worn it for 12 days out of 14. I had removed the tray due to a speaking engagement and left it out the rest of the day...

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If Invisalign Chewies Are Not Used Everyday, Will Alignment Be Dramatically Delayed?

Why isn't just pushing my Invisalign in with my fingers good enough?

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Uneven Bite After Invisalign

I Just Started Invisalign This Week and my Bite Seems to Be Moving to the Right--it Feels Uneven and I Am Worried.

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Is It Safe to Drink Flavored Sparkling Water with Invisalign Aligners In?

I was hoping to only have to switch to carbonated water, as I find water difficult to drink. I've googled the question and came up with very...

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Post-Invisalign Gap. Is This Normal Or Should I Seek a Second Opinion?

I have finished my Invisalign treatment and am now wearing retainers. Where my teeth were crowded, gum sections are missing. Now I have small gaps...

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Not Happy with Invisalign Results. Can I Do Traditional Braces Later?

There are gaps left from IPR. My doctor did not mention refinments and I did no push it because I lost total trust on him. I was left with a couple of...

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Why Do I Still Have Space Between my Teeth?

I was told i was going to wear invisalign for 8 months, im done with my top but i still have space between my 4 front teeth and now im three aligners...

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When Will I See Invisalign Results?

Just started invisalign treatment, when should i start seeing movement/ results? thanks in advance

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Invisalign and Root Canal

I have invisalign and now i need a root canal. will it effect my invisalign?

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Prophylaxis During Invisalign?

Can I have regular teeth cleaning by my dentist while also having Invisalign treatment?

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Can You Chew Gum with Invisalign?

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I Got a Filling Today and Invisalign Isn't Fitting Right? What To Do?

Yesterday I went in for a bi-annual dentist visit and was told that I have a cavity between 2 teeth on the upper left side. Today I went back, had it...

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Do I Need Retainers After Invisalign Even Though I'm 17?

I'm getting my first set of aligners in a few weeks and my treatment is going to take 9 month - 18 trays on upper and 15 on lower. So I was...

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My Dentist Asked Me to Skip a Tray. is There a Problem?

When the video came back, I saw that the whole treatment will have 17 trays(both upper & lower), my dentist extended it to 26 trays so i won't...

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Is Alcohol-free, Sugar-free Breath Spray Okay to Use with Invisalign?

Is alcohol-free, sugar-free breath spray okay to use with invisalign? I ask this question because even with brushing and flossing after each meal I...

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Can I Quit Invisalign Treatment?

I started a treatment with Invisalign but in the first days I had very strong feeling of vomiting and I stopped to wear because I am afraid that it...

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When I Wear my Invisalign My Bite is Way off. Will This Cause a Problem?

I just had my invisilign done today , when i put it on and bite down my BITE is way off, is this going to cause any problems later on after i finish...

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Is There a Way That Enamel Lost from Interproximal Reduction (IPR) Can Be Regrown?

I had Invisalign for a brief period but wasn't happy with how things were looking but I had already undergone some IPR. My orthodontist who...

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Irritation to Tongue, Gums and Under Lips: Could I Be Allergic to the Trays?

The first 2 weeks of my treatment were great. This last week, however, has been horrible. It feels like I burned the entire inside of my mouth. My...

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Palate Expander Open Nasal Air Way?

I am 20 years old and do have a slightly narrow palate and am being treated with invisalign. I was looking to possibly get a palate expander following...

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Teeth Bands Versus Invisalign for Gap Between Front Teeth?

Why would invisalign be a better option for straightening a gap between two front teeth over teeth bands? (http://www.teethgap.com/) Is it important...

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Do Clear Adult Braces Work As Well As Traditional Metal Ones on Adults?

Are invisalign braces the only brand of clear braces? Are they really only intended for adults that have had braces in their youth and need some...

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Will I Have To Wear The Invisalign Retainer During the Day Forever?

After going through braces, my first retainer was an Invisalign that I wore during the night. I chewed through it due to my teeth grinding problem....

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Will my Teeth Ever Settle Despite Inadequate Invisalign Use?

In using Invisalign for over a year, I have become lazy, using my aligners usually only at night and at most half of a day. Will my teeth ever settle,...

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Vivera Retainer is Moving Tooth?

I am done with my invisalign treatment and am into vivera retainers. When I wear the retainer at night it moves one lower tooth. I put on my last...

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Same As Quoted Invisalign Price if Less Aligners Are Needed?

I wanted to know about the Invisalign pricing in Australia. I'm having the treatment for mild overcrowding of my lower teeth and a 1mm gap in between...

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Can I Get my Money Back if I Am Not Happy with the Results of Invisalign?

I have had treatment from own dentest for invisalgn, one year on my teeth are slipping back to the way they were before treatment, im not happy as i...

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OK to Reuse Invisalign Trays Because of Drift After Initial Treatment Over?

Mostly due to laziness and failing to wear my retainers, my bottom teeth have shifted. Not as bad as they were when I began treatment, but enough that...

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What Type of Retainer Should I Use After Closing my 5mm Diastema with Invisalign?

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Jaw Correction Not Possible with Invisalign?

After half a year into my treatment, I was informed that jaw correction (protruding jaws) is not possible with invisalign though i was told of the...

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Does Drinking Hot Liquids Impact the Effectiveness of Invisalign?

My dentist said I could drink coffee with the invisaligns on - however I heard from other users that their dentists say the hot liquid 'melts'...

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Will Teeth Feel Tender/sensitive Right After Finishing Invisalign?

How long after invisalign does it take for a person to be able to eat hard foods like an apple without cutting it in little pieces? My front teeth...

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At What Age Does Invisalign Lose Effectiveness?

At what age does Invisalign lose effectiveness?

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Invisalign Treament Transfer

I got an invisalign treatmeant in a country where I was staying for a while. But now I am moving to another country because of my job. My treatment is...

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Can You Use Invisalign on the Top Teeth and Metal Braces on the Lower Teeth Together?

13 months of Invisalign but my lower teeth are still not straight. My lower teeth still have crowding and one of my cylinder teeth needs to be rotated...

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What Can I Do About the Constant Urge to Chew on my Invisalign Trays?

I have this constant urge to chew on my plastic invisalign trays. My jaws are always clenched and I am always chewing/grinding. Especially after the...

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How Much Do Refinements Cost for Invisalign Express Cases?

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Invisalign Attachments Causing Sensitive Teeth?

I have 8 attachments on my teeth, 5 on top and three at the bottom, and curenly it is my second set (third week) of invisilign braces. My question is:...

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How Quickly Do Patients Usually Begin Seeing Results with Invisalign Express?

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Can Invisalign Tray Become Twisted?

I'm just on tray 1 but now I've noticed that the aligner is not sitting on my teeth right (just one side) when I remove the aligner it almost looks...

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Invisalign Redo or Just Corrections Necessary to Fix Gap?

I went through the invisalign treatment. The retainer popped off on a Friday and my teeth shifted before Monday. My orthodontist said that my...

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Lost a Tray, 4 Days Away - One Time Only Putting in Next Tray 4 Days Early

I fear I may have accidentally thrown away a tray, I am 4 days away from changing trays. I have never tried to speed up treatment but in this case I...

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Not Happy With Invislign Results, Can I Get A Refund, Or Normal Braces?

I'm 15, & about a year ago my dentist told me i was the perfect canidate for invisalign, i had crowded teeth, & he showed me the before...

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How Is the Amount Needed of Invisalign Trays Determined? Is it Determined by the Doctor or Invisalign?

Different doctors gave estimated treatment time for a year or so. The doctor that unfortunally did my treatment say 10 trays will be enough. After the...

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Unhappy with Invisalign Provider - Can I Switch Dentists?

I have been waiting over 2 months for new trays because the others did not fit properly after tray 7 (due to plastic being to high not lack of wearing...

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Lost Invisalign Brace - Harm from Starting on Next Brace?

I am into the 8th day of wearing my first invisalign brace, however I have carelessly lost it already. It is Friday eve and my dentist will not be...

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Need Refinement After Invisalign, What's the Process for That?

I had Invisalign earlier this year. I now need to do a refinement. I want to know if I can change dentist to complete the process? I also want to know...

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Developed TMJ During Invisalign Treatment

I did not have any TMJ before starting invisalign, could be caused from grinding. My jaw is slanted and will not open completely. My ortho has offer...

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My Dog Chews my Tray 4, Can I Put in my Next Tray?

My dog chewed my tray 4 (out of 12) today. I have worn it for exactly 7 days and only removed it for about 2hrs a day total to eat. My dentist is on...

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Is This Best I Can Expect from Invisalign?

I was referred to an ortho to evaluate two lower incisors that were loose due to occlusive trauma. I had braces as a child. My teeth were still pretty...

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Black Triangles at Mid-point in the Treatment

I'm half way through the Invisalign treatment - main objective being to narrow the gaps in the upper teeth. Had no issue whatsoever with the lower...

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Will Teeth Return to Original Structure After Stopping Invisalign Mid-way?

I'm terminating invisalign treatment after 3.5 months. My original orthodontist declared bankruptcy and I was given a free consultation by another...

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2 Days Post Invisalign:

I got my invisalign w/attachments yesterday. I feel as though I have cement or glue in places where it shouldn't be. When I flossed last night, I...

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Number of Invisalign Trays?

I am going out of country to attend university {three months at a time, return for winter break}. I was wondering if my orthodontist would give me...

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Are There Differing Opinions on How Frequent Retainers Should Be Worn After Invisalign?

It was brought up in the Invisalign community that the protocol for how frequent a patient should wear their retainers after treatment may not be...

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Invisalign Tray Does Not Cover my Back Molars - is This Normal?

I am on day 7 of my first invisalign tray. When I was shown my ClinCheck video it did not encompass the top (1 and a half) rear molars on the top jaw....

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My Gums Are Red and Irritated Since I Started Wearing Invisalign, What Can I Do?

This is the 2nd day I am wearing invisalign. A part of my gums is red, irritated and sore. It looks like its bleeding but its not. What does this mean...

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Changed from Invisalign Tray 4 to 5 and Gap is Bigger

Have changed from invisalign tray 4 to 5 and a gap that was closing has opened up again and two top teeth that had moved in a little definitely seem...

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How Many Times Should I Brush my Teeth with Invisalign?

How many time should I brush my teetih with invisalign? do I wash too much times? is that hurting my teeth? get up, brush, breakfast, brush, lunch,...

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My Doctor is Making Me Wait 3 Weeks Instead of 2 in Between New Trays.... Why is That?

Not only do I have to wait longer than others to receive a new tray, my doctor never showed me how my teeth would move on a computer. He didn't...

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Can Tooth Grinding Dislodge Invisalign Attachments?

If this is the problem, what can be done to prevent invisalign attachments from popping off when I grind my teeth at night? Can a bit guard be used on...

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Is It Normal to Have Some Mouth Sores when You Begin to Use Invisalign?

Are there any over-the-counter medications available to help with this?

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My Gap Did Not Close All the Way After my Initial 10 Trays of Invisalign What Do I Do?

I was told I would need only ten trays to complete this.

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What to Do if Invisalign Didn't Work?

Done with Invisalign treatment and teeth still have space and my top front teeth still bite down on my bottom and now my tooth has chipped and I told...

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Does Having Invisalign Work Done Increase my Risk of Developing TMJ?

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After Completing the Full Treatment with Invisilign How Long Do You Need to Use Retainers?

My daughter began Invisilign July 2009, (13)top (29)bottom.She finished her top set(13)but had go back to (11)as it was not seating properly...

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Am I Getting Invisalign Express?

I just started on invisalign and the quote i was paying indicated an estimate treatment time of 18 months. But my aligner bag indicates invisalign...

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Nasal Breathing and Braces?! Will Rubber Bands Help??

I am a 20yo male undergoing orthodontic treatment for a class iii. I currently have an expander on my uppers and invisalign on lowers.Since commencing...

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Is Invisalign to Blame for my Teeth Issues?

I Have Experienced Many Problems with my Teeth, Cracked Roots, Etc., As I mentioned above, I used Invisalign braces for about a year when I...

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Teeth Settling into Gums During Invisalign?

During Invisalign treatment is it common for teeth to settle down into the gum more and require additional procedures to correct the final bite? I...

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Is It Possible to Have Elastics Placed Inside of the Teeth With Invisalign?

Hi all, I'm just wondering if elastics can be placed inside of the teeth instead of outside?? with elastics outside seems make my invisalign more...

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Crooked Teeth - Not the Ortho's Responsibility?

8-month into Invisalign treatment, I realized that the back teeth, impacted, crooked and misaligned, had not been corrected. When asked why it was not...

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Sensitivity to Cold w/ Invisalign

I am almost done with my treatment. Recently, I started to have a very strong sensitivity to cold on the tooth that needed the most movement. Even the...

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Repairing Enamel Wear from Invisalign Braces

I have had Invisalign since April of 2009, 9 months down the road my teeth are almost perfect. My question is if anyone else has noticed wear on their...

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How Common is It for Invisalign Users to Develop a Temporary Speech Impediment?

My son already has a slight lisp; will Invisalign make it worse? Are there better options for straightening his teeth?

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My Invisalign Didnt Work After Completing 23 Trays, What Went Wrong? (photo)

Ive been wearing my last tray for the 7th week as what i was told..and she has also added some metal buttons on my lower inside teeth and top outside...

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Invisalign Final Retainer - Bad for my Teeth to Only Wear It at Night?

I was wondering if it's bad for my teeth to wear the final retainer each night? It feels as if my teeth are constantly being moved back and forth...

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Invisalign Doesn't Stay on Back Tooth - Is This Okay?

I Just Had Invisilign and the Bottom Back Tooth on the Left Isnt Sticking to the Invisilign. Invisilign moves on the back bottom its not stuck solid ,...

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Will my Teeth Shift Considerably if I Leave Invisalign Retainer out for a Week?

I have been on invisalign retainers for just over a year (night time wear only). I am having a gum graft in the next few weeks and have been told I...

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I Have Invisalign and It is Being Used to Correct an Overbite, But Will It Work? (photo)

I have been researching online and have read that you can not correct an overbite using elastics once the upper jaw is formed. I am 22 years old so I...

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Is It Reasonable to Say Invisalign Are Worn All Day, Except for Eating and Brushing?

Will the results really be affected that much if Invisalign is only worn 15 hours a day?

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How Do You Prevent Invisalign from Getting Discolored?

What is the best way for me to clean my Invisalign clean and clear? What are the key tips or suggestions?

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Top Trays Have a Bubble That's Visible While Talking, Do I Have the Right to Ask the Doctor to Redo Them?

I'm on tray 6/43. My top has a button attached which you can see when I smile/talk. It's like a bubble on your teeth. I wasn't happy as...

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Do I Need to Schedule an Emergency Visit with Orthodontist?

I'm being treated currently with invisalign. I'm 22 years old. I am on my last trays with my top and bottom teeth, and my appointment is in...

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What Can Be Done to Prevent a Lisp from Invisalign?

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Dentist and Assistant Gave Different Time Periods for Aligners in Refinement Phase

I have started on invisalign on Aug. 1, 2010. I am an adult. It is now April 30th and I am in the refinement phase. My dentist and his assistant keep...

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I Find It Difficult to Breathe with Invisalign and May Be Allergic

I've had the invisalign for 2 weeks and begin feeling the symptoms after a day and a half. Can I Get a Refund?

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Invisalign Causing Too Much Space

I'm only 3 weeks into treatment (2nd tray)& my bottom teeth were visually perfect. In fact, the ortho offered to only put invisalign on my top...

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Invisalign Extruded my Upper Molars and Intruded my Lower Molars. Can They Correct This?

I went through Invisalign treatment to straighten a couple lower anterior teeth. Though it never showed on the Clincheck, the aligners pulled my upper...

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Do the Bumps and Ridges on Invisalign Go Away After Geting So Many Trays?

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Do I Have to Have New Invisalign Retainer Made if I Need 2 New Crowns?

Invisalign treatment ended 3 yrs ago. Been in the last tray on the bottom since then. Now I need two new crowns on the bottom. Will the tray still fit...

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Could Yesterdays New Set of Invisalign Aligners Have Caused the New Cracks in my Teeth?

I just received my third set of Invisalign aligners yesterday and they were the most painfun yet. I told the assistant that i even felt pain in my...

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After Invisalign Treatment Will My Teeth Revert Back To Pre-Tx?

After treatment will it come back to its orginial position ? are there any chances of being more worst than before? Can i eat as usual?

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Why Do I Have to Wear my Invisalign Trays for 3 Weeks when It Seems Like The Norm is 2?

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I Wear Invisalign and I Have Nausea Almost Every Day and a Weird Feeling in my Face- Causes? (photo)

It's hard to describe the feeling, it is like a mix of pain and pressure right under my eyes and in my cheeks. I definitely have not felt the same...

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When You Get a New Set of Trays Are They Supposed to Fit Well?

Should your new trays fit your teeth perfectly or will you have retainer space at the bottom of the teeth

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Have You Ever Instructed an Invisalign Patient to Eat with Their Trays In?

If you look at my posts I have been concerned about my posterior bite-only 1 side touches. I expressed my concern but was assured there would always...

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Any Concerns Re: Express Version of Invisalign

I just started Invisalign treatment (cost $5100). I was surprised to see "Invisalign Express" on the packaging for my trays; the ortho and I...

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Can't Bit Down Properly Without Invisalign Aligners

Is it normal to not be able to bite down properly when the aligners are removed? I am on my second day of treatment and I notice the attachments to my...

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If my Ortho Doesnt Have Clincheck, Can I Order One?

Im on Tray 8 of 54.

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How Long Will an Invislign Retainer Last?

I just got an invisalign retainer to replace an old metal retainer I lost. This feels very different and the material is certainly very light and...

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After 12 Trays of Invisalign My Lower Teeth Still Seem Crooked, But I Need a Second Opinion. (photo)

Hello, I had 12 aligners, and after the 12th one my downside teeth looks like on the picture. I need to know is this is ok or they are need to be...

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Normal To Advise Weekly Aligner Changes?

I am on aligner 23 out of 38. My dentist has advised me to switch the aligners every week. This is incredibly painful for me so I do it every 10 days....

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Can Teeth Be Pushed out with Invisalign when IPR Has Been Conducted?

I've been wearing invisalign since 1/10 for an overjet on my upper teeth & a crossbite.The Ortho did IPR between almost every tooth on upper...

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How Long Will the One Invisilign Retainer Included in my Treatment Last?

Should I be taking any precautions in cleaning/caring for it so that it will last longer? Can I go to any orthodontist to order more or must I return...

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If I wear Invisalign wouldn't my palate bone go back to being narrow and Invisalign might not be effective?

I have had my removable expanders for two weeks and and activated them 14 times (3.5mm). My dentist has told me that I will be activating my expanders...

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Can Bonding Be Done to Close Space Between Canine and Premolar?

I am currently receiving Invisalign, however my final plan leaves me with a space (about 3mm) between my lower canine & premolar. Would bonding be...

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Worsening Varicose Veins After Invisalign

I am being treated by invisalign orthodentist. I noticed numbing in my feet and increase in varicose veins. Is it possible that invisalign braces slow...

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I'm Wearing Modified Retainers After Invisilign to Fix my Bite. Is This Normal?

I got invisilign to fix two teeth in the front that were crooked. I had a good bite and just needed some minor improvements. I used 8 aligners for the...

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Invisalign Express After Crowding from Regular Braces?

Will Invisalign Express be appropriate for my older teenage daughter whose teeth have began to crowd two years after her original braces were taken off?

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Is There Another Form of Retainer / Invisalign Other Than Plastic?

I had invisalign for 15 months. Once thought I had thrush but it was negative. My tongue is swollen with white film. I have gargled with baking...

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Invisalign Treatment Nearly Done but Bite is off

I've finished aligning my upper teeth and i just have new aligners for my bottom teeth now. however, when i take my aligners off and bite down i...

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Surgery or Invisalign for Underbite?

I am trying to decide between jaw surgery or Invisalign to better align my lower jaw due to an underbite; what are the advantages and disadvantages of...

Can an Essix or Vivera Appliance (With a Few Pontics) Be Made in Different Thicknesses?

I received an Essix maxillary appliance with 2 molar pontics to use prior to receiving a partial denture. I did not want a temporary Stay-plate that...

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Can Untreated Tongue Thrusting Cause Invisalign Therapy to Fail?

Since i started invisalign 6 weeks ago, i noticed my mouth is extremely dry and a layer of film on teeth when remove trays. i am constantly brushing,...

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Bite off with Only 5 Weeks of Invisalign Treatment Left

I have 5 weeks (of a 20 week period) left on my Invisilign to correct two slightly protruding teeth (one upper, one lower). However, when I remove my...

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What is the Correlation Between Invisalign and Reducing Headaches?

For those who are a candidate for invisalign to improve their bit and straighten teeth, how many have less headaches or jaw pain as a result? What...

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Is It Normal to Not Be Able to Bite Down Completely when Just Starting Invisalign?

I got my invisalign yesterday and I cannot bite down all the way...I don't know if this is normal. Also, on my right bottom side, it is irritating...

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Will There Always Be a Top and a Bottom Brace?

I just started my fifth set of braces but when I opened the package, I was surprised to find only a brace for the top teeth. Do I keep wearing the old...

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My Crossbite Looks Worse After 3 Days in my 1st Invisalign Trays. Is This Normal?

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My Doctor Cut the Back Part of my Invisalign, Is that Normal?

I had invisalign placed today for my second set of trays. At first, the tech and I were having problem putting on the bottom tray. She called the...

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Is It Normal for my Palette Behind Central Incisors to Bleed on my 1st Week of Treatment?

It is the first week on my invisalign treatment and i've noticed the toothache subside little by little. Unfortuanately the top of my mouth behing...

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I Started Invisalign a Week Ago, I Want to Discontinue, Is that Possible?

I have already noticed a change and am having serious second thoughts about continuing the treatment. What can I expect from my dentist. I don't...

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Will I Be Okay Doing Invisalign Without Palatal Expansion? (photo)

I saw a few orthodontists, some who wanted me to have a palatal expander. My current orthodontist said there was no need and I have proceeded with...

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If I Break a Pair of my Invisalign, Can I Move on to the Next Tray?

Today someone accidentally threw away my Invisalign which I've been wearing for about 3 and a half days, so I tried to clean them with hot water,...

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Is It Possible to Have Straight Invisalign Trays and Still Crooked Teeth?

In the end of the treatment? I have just started Inv treatment. I can see my last trays look very straight and I expect that only straight teeth to be...

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Invisalign - Is It Appropriate to Return to Tray 1 in the Middle of a Treatment Plan?

I am currently on tray 10 of 22 lower trays.Braces necessary to open space for implant crown. I was told that tray 11 didn't fit properly and was...

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How Do I Make my Two Front Teeth Look Less 'Goofy'? (photo)

My teeth have always made me very self conscious - they are too big. I have had invasilign braces and now wear a fixed metal retainer. I recently went...

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Are New Trays Suppose to Feel Like They Don't Fit Properly?

I just moved onto my 2nd tray of Invisalign. Is it normal for the trays to feel like they they don't fit the right way? It's not as form...

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Alternating Top and Bottom Invisalign Aligners?

The first week of Invisalign I had severe headaches with jaw pain. My Ortho suggested I should alternate them and double the wear time to 4 weeks so...

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Can I Have A Frenectomy After I Already Started the Invisalign Treatment?

I have a large 5 mm diastema. Can i make the frenectomy within 3 months after starting the invisalign treatment? Can the injure be cured without...

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My Husband Has Developed a TMJ Problem Since Starting Invisalign About 3 Months Ago, Should he Discontinue?

He cannot open his mouth very wide. It seems like his jaw is not allowing his mouth to open completely, but he does not have any pain or clicking...

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I Have to Move and Am Wondering if I Can Get an Orthodontist to Take over my Treatment?

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What Forms, Ff Any, Need to Be Filled out to Transfer Invisalign Records to Another Dentist?

Do I need to fill out any specific forms to transfer invisalign records. Also what if I can't get in touch(more like don't want to call...

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How Does a Dentist Adhere Invisalign Buttons to Teeth?

Are there any concerns that a patient would have staining on their teeth when the buttons are removed?

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Is There an Alternative to Correcting an "Open Bite" with Braces? (photo)

I have an "open bite" of my front teeth which causes uncomfortable pressure and strain on my lips. I tried invisalign hoping this would...

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Would Invisalign Help Solve my Painful Bite?

I had traditional braces when I was younger but ever since then, my bite has been off and I have TMD symptoms. In what way could invisalign help?

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Buttons on Invisalign Braces, Do They Come Off?

Just got invisalign braces on..i however am not happy with turnout! I was not told about these "button" that they have put all over my teeth...

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Do Patients Have to Pay More Money to Fix Residual Spacing Due to Excessive IPR?

I am on my last tray of Invisalign Express, and the place where my doctor performed an IPR has not closed. Are patients expected to pay additional...

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Is It Normal to Have Dry Lips and Have Lost Some Sense of Taste AFter Beginning Invisalign Treatment?

My teeth are fairly straight I just wanted to make them perfect. I got my invisilign last Saturday 2/3/12. As soon as I left the office , havign both...

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2nd Opinion About Ongoing Invisalign Treatment?

I am not happy with how everything is turning out w/invisalign.My teeth have been pushed back so much that my cheeks/lips are caving in. I've told...

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Is Filing Between Teeth at the Beginning of Invisalign Treatment Typical Practice?

My 15 year old daughter has just started Invisalign treatment. Is it typical to manually file between certain teeth to make space for movement? Is...

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Invisalign Bonding Agent Covering Whole Tooth, Is This Ok?

I just got my Invisalign yesterday. I have some gumline recession on a few of my teeth, and attachments were required on some of those teeth. The...

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Can I Get Back on Track? I Went 2 Months Without Trays.

I was a GREAT INVISALIGN patient for the first 10 trays, I wore them as I was supposed to and kept up wih my appointments etc. My 11th tray was very...

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How Far Back Will It Set my Treatment to Have the Aligners in for Less Hours for a Week?

I am going on an all inclusive vacation. There will be more eating/drinking than the average day. How far back will it set my treatment to have the...

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Can a Gap Be Created Between Two Central Incisors in a Period of Just Some Hours of Having Had Invisalign Attachments Removed?

I've been wearing invisalign for 8 months and the result had been good until a week ago, when the attachments from my central incisors were...

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