I had invisalign for 15 months. Once thought I had thrush but it was negative. My tongue is swollen with white film. I have gargled with baking soda/salt and warm water for weeks also tried warm water and hydro peroxide. Is my plastic retainer doing this? Is this an allergic reaction to plastic?
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Vertigo can be a sign of TMJ problems. You had problems with the jaw before starting your Invisalign. Moving the teeth triggered more symptoms. You need to go back to your doctor to be evaluated. Your case is more complicated and the doctor is aware you had a problem...
I would suggest to have Invisalign done with the knowledge that a perfect smile was not required but a nice iimprovement instead. When surgery is suggested then I know that bite issues are apparent also. I've done 3 cases recently that were surgery cases and after Invisalign treatment they...
Vivera retainers by Invisilign are made four at-a-time and are sent over a year's time (every three months). Although the plastic is thicker than the plastic of the aligners, it still will deform over time. The company says the retainers need to be changed every three month...