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Getting my Smile Back
UPDATED FROM Goingstraight
3 months post
Swollen, itchy, peeling lips
$6,000
Just finishing tray six. Having a very bad time with my lips itching, peeling, burning while my trays are in. Had to stop wearing them for a few days. I am seeing a couple of other postings of people having same problem, but no follow up on how this was treated. I did private message them but no response. My dentist says she has never had anyone with an allergic reaction to invisalign. I did see a mention of hypoallergenic invisalign trays. Can anyone share an experience like this? Would like to have some info before I see dentist in two days. Thanks
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UPDATED FROM Goingstraight
3 months post
Invisalign irritating lips
My lips begin peeling as soon as I put my invisalign trays in. I am drinking lots of water but can not stop irritation. Any suggestions?
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September 3, 2016
I use vaseline and I put it on thick. I also soak my trays in hydrogen peroxide. My trays are slightly cloudy in the end. The peroxide also helps to whiten your teeth. Hope the vaseline works if you decide to use it.
September 3, 2016
Well to make my comment a little clearer. My trays have stayed a lot cleaner with the peroxide than with all that retainer stuff. You also don't have to worry about how many minutes you soak them.
September 4, 2016
I thought the peroxide was turning the attachments and bonding material yellow so I went back to retainer brite
September 3, 2016
I don't know where my comment went about using vaseline on your lips, work for me, better than chapstick/lip balm.
UPDATED FROM Goingstraight
2 months post
Tray three with attachments Ouch
Hello all, got my attachments this morning. Inside upper lip very raw already from sharp attachment. Reading recommendations to file the tray down. What do people use to file tray? This was my first visit since I got trays six weeks ago. Thought the staff would ask how I was doing, if I had any questions or concerns, how long I am wearing trays etc. I was prepared for this discussion, nope.... In the chair, process of attachments started and complete, given next ten trays, see you in twelve weeks. Really? OK then. Glad I have this website to find answers to my questions.
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August 3, 2016
The attachments are a bit of a shock, but you will get used to them in no time. I use a metal nail file to file down the sharp edges - it seems to do the trick. Like you, I'm very glad I have this website to get advice and moral support. Keep positive :)
August 5, 2016
Thank you for your reply. I did use the metal nail file as well and it made all the difference on by upper gum where the liner was rubbing. Really have to be diligent to watching the time I have the trays out during the day. What are you using for cleaning your aligners.
August 5, 2016
That's good :) I use the equivalent of retainer brite once a week but I don't really notice a difference when I use it. By the end of the second week my aligners have a slight yellowy tinge but not that you would notice. I have read about various other ways to clean them i.e. bleach/vinegar etc but haven't been brave enough to try any of those! :)
August 5, 2016
I use Brite tablets daily, sometimes twice a day, and it works really well for me! I actually drink white wine with the trays in, and after a week they look just as crisp and fresh as new! :)
August 5, 2016
I know, I've experienced the same. Wasn't happy, but I though it's a Chicago thing...people don't care. Lol! I'm glad too that we have this forum at least. You'll get used to the attachments soon. Hope they don't hurt too much. The technician gave me an emery board on day 1, but haven't used it yet.
August 8, 2016
I will be 56 next month and I am on my 5th tray starting today. I received my attachments with the first tray and I am glad I got that over and done. I have 10 trays then my teeth will be re-evaluated. I am not sure if additional cost will incur or if I will receive refinement trays, but, if there isn't an additional cost, I think I will be able to get through this. I was very depressed at first. I am very surprised though that you receive that many trays at once. I receive only two before I am seen again. Hope to see you post soon!
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