“1 month in, great so far! but be sure you are a good candidate”
Invisalign: Worth it
Pain: Painfree
I was apparently a perfect candidate for this treatment, and the cost was the same as it would be with traditional braces. I have a big gap in my upper front teeth, the rest on top are pretty straight, just a slight overbite. My bottom front teeth are slightly overcrowded and slightly overlapping. I mention my condition because I think it's important to know that your condition is right for the treatment, or it will probably not work out well for you. I stress that you should get 2 or 3 different opinions if your condition is not 'slight', as I describe mine, or if you have any doubts.
As far as the treatment itself, it took me a day to get used to having plastic trays in my mouth when I first got them, but now, 4 weeks later, I'm completely used to it. I keep them clean by brushing them with toothbrush and toothpaste (gel cos its non abrasive) when I brush my teeth (after eating, before and after bed).
My breath is fine, I don't speak too funny (well, sometimes but its no big deal). I love that nobody notices I'm wearing them at all and that when wearing them, my gap actually looks smaller. My treatment is for 8 months. The Dr said by 3 months my gap will be gone. Can't wait! cos my wedding anniversary is 4 months away and I want a gapless smile by then! I'll be posting before and after photos when I get them. Good luck with whatever treatment you choose.
Jan 3, 2008Comments and replies (75)
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17 Jan 2008
I think that you and I are in the same boat as far as our smiles is concerned. I plan on starting my treatment soon, and your description of your teeth matches my desription of my teeth pretty well. Please post those pictures of your progress. I think that your success will pretty much dictate mine. Good luck with everything. I look foward to seeing your smile develop.
unregistered guest
17 Jan 2008
Hi, i'm looking to get invisalign but the cost is really killing me! I noticed that you paid 2,300.00 for yours! Can you tell me where you went because everywhere i go its about $4000-$5000. Thank You
unregistered guest
6 Feb 2008
I live in Glendale too. I'm wondering if you would recommend your orthodontist and pass on his/her name. It would be much appreciated. Thanks
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10 Mar 2008
Would you share the name of your orthodontist? Thank You! -Camille Editor note: you must be contacted privately with doctor recommendations and feedback. Readers should click on Camille's username link to reach the private contact form.
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10 Mar 2008
I wanted to add something else I've noticed. My teeth are whiter these days! I think it's probably cos after brushing my teeth at night (with a toothpaste that says Whitening! on it) and putting the trays back on, there's toothpaste residue either on my teeth or in the trays (I brush those as well, to keep them clean) and overnight, they act as teeth bleaching trays and voila! Whiter teeth!
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14 Mar 2008
Hi, Maharichie, Can you share the name and phone# of your orthodonist? Thanks. May
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26 Mar 2008
Is it possible to message me with the name of the orthodontist? i am in the glendale area and am shopping around for a good dentist to do invisalign with.
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9 Apr 2008
Would you mind sharing the name of your doctor with me as well? Is this the full price or is it after any insurance deduction? Thanks for the uplifting story! Mike
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10 Apr 2008
Hi, can you PM me with your ortho's name, I'm looking in the area. Are you still happy with him? Thanks!
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17 Apr 2008
Any chance anyone here's got this doctor's info? Please pm - Thanks!