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 plates in my mouth my lips turned very red and dry as though if I had a wind burn. I also noticed that trying to have lunch that day was not the same as usual. My taste is off and have very little of it, and constantly bit my lips on the inside of my mouth. Does this sound like a common side effect? an allergic reaction to cement, plastic, o
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February 19, 2012
Answer: The Invisalign Trays Don't Cause Those Symptoms
Don't be embarrassed to tell your Dr what happened. This kind of things happens all the time. Most likely you will losse a couple of months of treatment time and will have to back track with the rys.It sNOT a big deal.
Yes, it would be a good idea to remove that excess bonding. It could be a real plaque trap. Maybe a little nitrous oxide while they are removing it would be a good idea. I too have sensitive teeth.
Dr. Sue Wendling
Not being able to open your mouth entirely is what is called a "closed lock." This occurs with the cartilage disc in your TMJ is stuck in front of your condyle (the part of your mandible that makes up the joint).
This can happen for a number of different reasons, but underlying TMD...