For the amount of time and money wearing these, the results are not perfect. My final retainer looks like the teeth are perfect but in reality they aren't. If I could go back in time, I would have chosen traditional braces. I was a great candidate because my teeth weren't that bad to begin with, just needed a small amount of straightening.
today my first trays were "installed". I knew about the attachments and although i agree they are unattractive, it is logical that they are there. so far no major problems, but its only been 12 hours. i plan to post some in process photos. i have severe bottom crowding , some top crowding and a very narrow bite. i found the ortho online and he is an elite provider and says he does tons of invisalign. he also added "bumps" to the trays to help correct my bite and widen my jaw (but i dont understand how). i left the office with 6 trays (of 30) and was told i dont need to see the dr. again for 12 weeks. ill keep you posted. Updated on 11 Nov 2011: just started 2/30 tray. the first tray was starting to get looser, so it felt good to have a tight fit again. im feeling this one on the uppers more.
We use a product called EverSmileWhite which is an aligner and retainer cleaner that disinfects and also whitens the teeth while you are in treatment.