I bought a groupon for elite-provider invisalign treatment in Chicago. The ortho checked out my teeth and said I'm a candidate, but he said the treatment would take longer than 12 months. He suggested a palate expander first, as I'm only 20 and still young enough for it. I've waited 10 years for braces and am disappointed I have to wait longer, and spend more. How long will I have to wear a palate expander and how much will it cost? I just need an idea at least.
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Your Dr has determined that extractions and braces are needed. There are many reasons for this and your treatment is best done this way. What other people have had done does not make it right for you. you are not a car you are a person and unique. Aliners can not close posterior spaces and brace...
Tooth movement does cause soreness. trays need to be left in and not be taken in and out alot or things will get worse. If the pain gets worse then talk to your Dr and make sure things are ok. Not perio or abcesses. Sometime an aspirn will help but time is the best relief
A 4mm overjet can be a warning sign of another developing problem. You have to ask the question of why this has occurred. Did you have expansion of your upper jaw with your treatment? Has your tongue posture been looked at? Are you getting clicking in your jaws?...