I have recently finished 2 refinements with invisalign, and then started feeling intense pain in my upper right jaw. I was diagnosed with TMJ and they believe it is caused by the posterior open bite that I now have. I am wondering why I have this now, when I haven't my whole life, and what could have caused it? My orthodontist never noticed this, I had to go to my dentist who noticed it immediately and referred me to a specialist. A speech therapist also ruled out tongue thrusting.
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First I would see a periodontist and get all the infection and gum disease cleared up. When this Dr gives you a clean bill of health, get into an orthodontist. After a full work up you will know why is needed to correct your issues in a healthy manner. It could be braces or braces and surgery...
Doing this once in a while is fine. Try and remove the trays ASAP and rinse with water. Then brush as soon as possible. Do not do this all the time because sugar not good held against the teeth. Us common sense.
The cost will depend on your specific case,
its severity, and the area that you live in. Palatal expanders are generally
not used in a 20-year old because the palatal suture closes at around 12-14
years old.
