Invisalign: Stories

Hi Fine Whine, I started my third tray today and every time I start a new one it is still so difficult to remove the bottoms. I didn't get sore throats, but lots of sores in my mouth and redness around my mouth. At first I had to use examination gloves to remove them, and still do when I first start a new set, so I can remove them without breaking my nails and it's just easier to grip them. I also dislike going into the restrooms at restaurants and brushing my teeth, etc. in front of people. Today I was in a place that had only one restroom for everyone so I was so nervous that I was taking too much time and someone would be waiting and waiting to use the facility. I'm thin and don't want to loose weight, but I would recommend these to anyone who would like to loose weight, because it's such a pain in the neck to take them out to eat that they may not want to bother to eat as often. Anyway, thanks for your comments. Charlotte

I'm not an expert but check with your orthodontist, when I did my research on Invisalign I saw other comments about sore throats and for some patients they were having an allergic reaction to their trays. Again, this may not be your situation but you should call your provider. I'm 4 months in and have not had any reaction. The comments I read about having an "allergic" reaction, they seemed to be fine when they had their trays replaced. Good luck!!!

When Im out, I try and use the disabled toilets (if there is no actual disabled people around) as you have the whole cubicle to yourself.. including a sink.. and you can brush to your hearts content, without looking over your shoulder hoping no one walks in and thinks your a tooth brushing freak. Also, Ive had no sore throat ever, you prob have a coincidental cold...

Hi Fine Whine and congratulations for deciding to go with Invisalign! I think over the course of your treatment you will be amazed and I hope you find that this was/is the best investment in yourself... I know I did. I am so happy with my results and the in/out of trays routine is by now 2nd nature, you will find this pattern as well in time you'll see :) When we go to restaurants I don't even have to think about it... I automatically find myself going to the restroom to remove my trays as soon as we sit down. It's funny how we learn to adjust to things and adapt our lifestyle accordingly. Anyway, I enjoyed reading your story because I have been where you are and know how you are feeling. I wish you the best and look forward to hearing how your trays are coming along!

I am 43. I've wanted straight teeth and a nice smile all my wife. I took my daughter to all of her ortho appointments and she was in metal braces for 2 1/2 years. I would ask questions here and there about Invisalign and her ortho began showing me before and after pics. I FINALLY decided to go for it and ended up doing my impressions the same day my daughter had her braces removed. I wish I had started when she did but you know what? The time just wasn't right and the money wasn't there...having the comfort of getting to know the ortho and the entire staff helped make my decision, they kept me moving along when I would try to procrastinate. I was scared. My first couple of days I thought I would have a nervous breakdown not from pain but from the lisp I had. I really questioned my decison. However, I stuck through it and it took a good 10 days for the lisp to go away. It comes back everyone once and awhile but rarely. I've never had a real problem with popping them in and out and the pain hasn't been too bad at all. I am now 3 months into my trays and there is no looking back!!! Hang in there and good luck!!!

Dont worry too much - you eventually get into the rhythm of being an invisalign wearer - and just accept for a while its gonna be this way - but will be worth it in the end.. Amazing how quickly a year will go!!!

Its good that you are carefully considering whether Invisalign would be worth it for you before committing to the treatment. Here are some Invisalign reviews sorted into the 35-44 age group. Hopefully reading their specific reviews can help you decide if you want to move forward or not.

Personally, I believe Invisalign is a good product, but its very important to make sure you are in the hands of a doctor who has had good success treating patients with Invisalign.

Here are a few more bits of information that might be good for you to consider:

Dentist or Orthodontist, does it matter that much?

What Invisalign Doesn't Want You to Know

Who Makes the Treatment Plan, the Dentist or the Invisalign Company?