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They've Created Gaps That Won't Close! Frisco, TX
UPDATED FROM msollenb
1 year post
Pictures of gaps 11 months after IPR
msollenbNovember 6, 2014
$2,700
These are just a few photos. My phone camera isn't the best and I apologize for that. I have 5 gaps I believe.
UPDATED FROM msollenb
1 year post
Still a work in progress
msollenbNovember 5, 2014
Well, sad to say but I'm still a Clear Correct patient. Like I said in my original review, gaps were created to make space for teeth movement in early December 2013. Well here I am, still with (many) gaps. Most have gotten better but I think the amount of time it has taken to get the gaps to "close" as much as they have only further proves that providers of these services need to be better trained or better equipped to do these procedures. They are shaving off too much and you obviously can't take mistakes like that back. Let me put this into perspective. Since the time these gaps were created I've managed to conceive, give birth, and now have a 2 month old child. Before I agreed to getting Clear Correct, I was told that it would take 9-12 months. I understand things happen and that it may have to take longer but here I am, almost 19 months later and I'm still not finished. I wish I had ended my treatment before any major shaving was done. I could deal with slightly crooked teeth but these gaps are embarrassing.
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November 6, 2014
I had IPR done several times. I'm so surprised it's taking so long. Although I guess it doesn't help that you have to stay 3 weeks in each tray. I wish I could see your teeth!
Congratulations on the baby, though! :D Is this your first?
Congratulations on the baby, though! :D Is this your first?
November 6, 2014
Yes! First baby. Thank you!
I've posted some photos of my teeth that I took this morning. The gaps are small but this is after 11 months.

November 7, 2014
First babies are such a kick! The combined terror you'll do anything wrong, with the absolute mind-numbing cuteness. Everyone said to me, 'Enjoy it while you can!' but it's really hard to enjoy the first one :). Take lots of pictures, though--you'll enjoy them like crazy. And maybe you're less of a stress-ball than I am and you will be able to enjoy it. All the best of luck and deepest joy to you and your family. Beautiful beautiful!

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Thanks for the pictures!
Would you mind saying a little bit about how it was to use Clear Correct during your pregnancy? We are getting more and more women doing braces during pregnancy and it can be truly daunting, especially for those who were not planning the pregnancy to coincide with the braces. Just whenever you have time and do your next update. I'd really, really appreciate it!