POSTED UNDER Invisalign Reviews REVIEWS
25y/o Finally Investing in Myself
ORIGINAL POST
I received my first sets of Invisalign today along...
InvestinMeJanuary 19, 2016
$5,500
I received my first sets of Invisalign today along with aligner application after beginning the consultation process in November. So far I am happy with how it looks cosmetically and am only experiencing minor discomfort. Have yet to experience trying to remove and replace the molds to eat and do oral care.
Replies (2)
March 19, 2016
You have the same lower crowding situation as me, although it looks much better on you :)
UPDATED FROM InvestinMe
Day of treatment
1st day update
InvestinMeJanuary 19, 2016
Overall the discomfort is still mild but removing the trays to eat is not easy or fun. I assume it is easier the fewer brackets that are applied but it requires a bit of tugging to come loose and then the teeth start feeling sore from the lack of support. Though I think this is a good sign of positive movement. I'm beginning to realize this is definitely going to be a commitment but hopefully with worthwhile results.
Replies (7)
January 20, 2016
I'm starting in March! How long do you have to do it for?
February 5, 2016
If you purchase Acceledent, you can switch trays once a week and cut your time in half!
January 20, 2016
I just got mine 8 weeks ago and I just started tray five. The first set is THE WORST one. Your teeth will be extra sensitive when taking them off or putting them back on. After a week or so you will not feel it as badly and the next set will not hurt as much either. I put mine in right when I am falling asleep so I don't have to deal with the pain and by the time morning comes I don't feel much. You'll be fine after the first week! You can do it! :)
January 21, 2016
Thanks for the comment! I am actually experiencing less discomfort than I expected and getting them off and on is becoming easier as I get a good technique down. I expect that as my teeth start to move it will become easier as well!
January 20, 2016
What do you think of them cosmetically? I just received Invisalign today and have attachments all in the front teeth which is very noticeable. I'm not liking how they look, not very invisible. When it was explained to me it was that the attachments would be on the side teeth. I have about 6 very white attachments on my front teeth. And you are right about a commitment! Lots of work
January 21, 2016
I agree...not as invisible as advertised. I have attachments mainly on the incisors, so on the corners, which stick out a bit awkwardly. But it's still better than the metal brackets in my opinion. And having worn them to work people commented that they hadn't noticed them until I mentioned it.
UPDATED FROM InvestinMe
16 days post
Tray 2!
InvestinMeFebruary 4, 2016
I was beyond eager to start on my second tray after what felt like a loooong 2 weeks. It was pretty snug but that hopefully means it's working! I'm getting more comfortable with removing and replacing the Invisalign around meal times but trying to keep my teeth clean feels like a constant struggle. Trying to be patient but this process feels long.
Thanks so much for sharing your journey with this community. I'm happy to hear you're experiencing only a mild amount of discomfort. Most members who get this treatment say that the first trays are the most challenging. I hope you'll continue to keep us updated on your progress.