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There is certainly a range of how long the trays get worn by that seems on the short side. I would verify with your doctor that this is the protocol they want you to stick too.
Do you have a lot of open space available in your teeth? If so, your dentist may be anticipating your teeth to move more freely and quickly because there is space to move. So cutting down the time to one week could work quite well! Good luck!
I'm not sure why this was recommended by your dentist. You should ask them the next time you are in for your Invisalign visit. The only advantage that I could think of is that the trays won't accumulate as much odor or discoloration because they are being switched so frequently.
I have ALWAYS used 2-week trays. I'm not sure why the dentist is recommending 1-week trays.
If the Invisalign program said that it would take 10 trays and 20 weeks to treat your case, the doctor could request that the speed of movement be cut in 1/2 thus requiring 20 trays to do the same movement. Since the speed is 1/2, then changing every week should work out fine....just not sure why anyone would want to do it this way!
I CM overbite is quite an overbite. Often it will take 18 months of braces and possibly jaw surgery to advance the mandible to correct it. Cost for braces is about 6500$ US and Jaw Surgery is similar.
Thanks for your question. One of the great things in today's society is that there are so many "miniature" versions of things to keep folks prepared without being burdened with clutter and excess. That being said, a do-it-yourself kit with travel-size toothpaste and a compact...
The best option would be to make your appointment sooner to have the new attachments placed otherwise it will slow down the progress of your treatment.
Those are two very different options. Suresmile works with braces and Invisalign is system of clear trays that you wear. Braces will always be a fester more effective way to move teeth depending on what goals your orthodontist still has to complete your treatment.
Systems like inman aligners have limited control in how and which direction the space gets closed. If you are looking for an aesthetic option you are better of considering Invisalign which delivers much more precise movements.
Your dentist would have the best information on how long they want you to wear your aligners. The refinement trays might have less movement build into each tray so you would not need as much time with them. Seven days still seems very short so just check that this is what they want you to do.