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30 Years Old, Severe Overjet

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I have always hated my teeth and it's greatly...

hshawcross
$5,000
I have always hated my teeth and it's greatly affected my self confidence but I was too embarrassed to speak to the dentist about fixing them incase they said they were too bad to do anything with. My dad gave me some money and then I saw an ad for 10% off invisilign and thought it's now or never. I emailed the dental surgery and was given an appointment for a couple of days later. The orthodontist explained what happens and gave me a booklet. I had some models taken of my teeth and was sent away to think about it. I went back and discussed it in further detail and saw the models. I had more precise models taken and a series of photo's and xrays. A week later, I was emailed a video simulation of the end results and was amazed!! I was told this may not be 100% accurate but anything close to this would be great! I went back to the dentist, discussed the video and payed a deposit and was told the retainers should be back from Mexico in 2 weeks. However, they were ready in a week. I went in and the dentist showed me how to fit them and take them out and gave me a goody bag full of cleaners, toothpaste etc. For 2 days I was in agony! They were so tight and uncomfortable. I tried painkillers, teething gel, sucking ice, cold water which all gave a little relief. I also got an ulcer on my tongue and was told to file down any sharp bits. After 2 days it eased and after about a week or so, I barely know they're in! You get in a routine too with oral hygiene and eating out gets easier. I'm a bit apprehensive about putting the next set in on Monday but I'm well stocked up with teething gel, pain killers,mouth wash etc and I know it'll ease after a couple of days!

Pros:
They really are barely noticable! Some people asked if I'd taken them out when I hadn't.
Can eat whatever you like.
Better oral hygiene.
Stops you from snacking and makes you drink more water!
My teeth are whiter from brushing so often.

Cons:
Pricey
Have to plan your meals and drinks so you can get to the bathroom quickly to clean your teeth.
Only got 2 hours a day off fron wearing them.
Ulcers and pain ... but it is short lived!
Possible "black triangle"
White buttons on teeth may be needed.
May need further retainers.

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March 29, 2014
Hi and welcome to our Invisalign community!!!  It says at the top that you start on the 31st, but in your review it sounds like you already started.  Did I misinterpret something?  If it's just a typo, I can help you fix it :).  And also, if you need help posting pictures or anything else technical, please let me know.  I'm here to help!
March 30, 2014
Hi I have started, 2 weeks tomorrow ago but it said if I wanted to be in contact with people at a similar stage to me then to put not started yet. I'm trying to add video but it says add video embed code? Thanks for your help!
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March 31, 2014
Huh, weird.  I don't know why it said that.  Definitely better to say where you are for real, and then the review counts your days for you :).  I think you can't modify the date, so if you need help with that, just let me know which day to put as your start date.

The embed code comes from your video sharing site.  So, for example, you might decide to use YouTube (or Vimeo, or another one).  Once you've uploaded the video, there is a tab that says "share this video".  If you click on that, it'll have an embed option.  Click the embed tab, and there's be a bunch of html code.  It'll start like this Copy all that code, and put it in the embed code window when you update. :)
March 31, 2014
Thanks for your reply. I can't change start date so if you could change it to March 17th '14 that would be great, thanks. I'll have a go at uploading my video too, thanks
May 4, 2014
Do you find it limiting in a physical way at all? With (should you have one) a partner? Your story is pretty inspiring
UPDATED FROM hshawcross
13 days post

Set two!

hshawcross
I'm due to change to set two tomorrow but have been quite worried about it due to the pain and discomfort experienced with set one. I decided to put them in today for an hour at a time every few hours to break them in but was completely surprised how comfortable they have been! Slightly tighter than set one at the end of the two weeks but barely noticeable!

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March 30, 2014
Hey :) I hope your teeth ease up soon :) From what my ortho told me do not be tempted to switch up your tray early at any point . You must stick to your 2 weeks if that's what you've been told. I know curiosity kicks in , especially when you are eager to feel some relief but best to stick with the correct tray. I'm on my 3rd and they all feel different , obvs the 1st was def by far the worst lol ! Are you going to be wearing Elastics too soon ? To treat your overbite ?
March 31, 2014
Hi thank you! My ortho said I have to have my 3 set in for 24 hours before he puts attachments on and then made me an appointment for a monday when that's the day I change sets so I'm slowly having yo push the day to a Sunday. He's never mentioned elastics. Did you get told about them when you 1st got your aligners?
March 31, 2014
Yeah he mentioned them straight off for my overbite . He wears Invisalign with the elastics too ! Lol . So that's reassuring :)
March 31, 2014
Yeah very reassuring! I've never had elastics mentioned to me but at least I'm aware of them now, thank you! I have an over jet rather than an overbite so that's maybe why.
March 31, 2014
Ahh I see , that's why they haven't been mentioned . I'm sure there are some reviews on here with the same teeth issues :)
UPDATED FROM hshawcross
14 days post

Video of Invisilign treatment

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Invisilign to fix overjet:

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March 31, 2014
Changed! :).  I look forward to seeing the vid!