I'm coming to the end of my invisalign treatment and my dentist has advised me to make a decision as to whether I want a fixed wire to keep my teeth in place or retainers which he said I would need to wear for the rest of my life! He said if I opt. for the retainers, then this is included in the price that I paid for the treatment but if I go for the fixed wire, then I need to pay £500. Has anyone else been told this?
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May 14, 2010
Answer: Invisalign Retainers vs. Traditional Retainers To Keep Your Teeth Straight
Invisalign trays will often alter how things feel. The bite will seem different and some aligners will seem tighter than others. Let the trays do their job and all should be well. If you try to "help things along" the aligners may crack and not work anymore.
Sometimes, when a bite is changing due to orthodontic treatment, transitory issues come up. Jaw pain can both appear or disappear, and when treatment is over everything goes back to normal.
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It is important to see your doctor and have them determine if there is another...