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Topic: Invisalign Braces
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Betsy
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posted 06-16-2006 11:50 AM
 
Hey BadBoy, how do you get the AVI files? My dentist's office is not computer savvy (just got email). Did you get the files from your dentist or Invisalign? quote:
Originally posted by BadBoy:
After the dentist/ortho sends in the impressions, then after several weeks if they were accepted and don't have to be redone, the next step will be to sit down at a computer in the office. There is a fancy windows application they use that can show how the teeth will move from various angles, each aligner at a time. Also any attachments will show up as red spots on the appropriate teeth. There is also a printout they can make that shows when any IPRs (teeth shaving to make space) are needed. You might have to ask about that as well as any other special things needed like elastics/rubberbands to extrude a tooth. Later you can get some AVI (windows video files) sent via email from a few angles - they just have a frame for each aligner and I use video software that can step one frame at a time to see what each aligner is doing, similar to what the dentist's windows application can do.
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Betsy
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posted 06-16-2006 12:08 PM
I had a very similar history but the decision to use Invisalign was handled differently. A few years ago, my teeth started moving. My dentist initially suggested a "nightguard" to keep my teeth from getting worse. I found it uncomfortable and stopped wearing it (interesting because it was very similar to invisalign aligners but just heavier but for me there was a huge difference).I was unhappy with the way my teeth looked so when I saw Invisalign advertised, I asked my dentist about it. He was new to Invisalign too and the Express Treatment had just been offered. He thought I'd be a good candidate (pretty simple case). When he received the results that could be accomplished with Express, they were not good enough (looked okay but left my teeth in a positions that would not enable a longterm healthy bite). He indicated that we could resolve this with the full treatment. In my disappointment, I asked him what he thought I should do - he said "I don't think I am the best person to ask" - I guess I was pretty silly - I asked him if he noticed that my teeth weren't straight - he said "Of course I do, but the important thing is how do YOU feel about it". Easy answer was that I was self-conscious and unhappy. That is the question you need to ask your self - then either go forward with it or do not. For me, the improvement in my teeth is making me feel so much better, Invisalign is the best thing I have done for myself in a long time. quote:
Originally posted by RedSox:
A couple of years ago I noticed that my two front teeth were shifting. My hygenist was taking pictures of them to keep in my file to monitor the movement. At my last cleaning I mentioned my concern again to my dentist and he suggested that I get Invisalign. He told me about the Invisalign Express and said because they were new that there was a special introductory price and now would be a good time to do it. I have already had the impressions done. I was convinced by a friend of mine who is a Hygenist to get a second opinion from and Orthodontist, so I did. The Orthodontist was very suprised that my Dentist even suggest that I get them because of how the movement was very minor and all I really needed was a retainer to keep them from shifting anymore. I was never given that option from my Dentist. I know that Invisalign is new to my Dentist office and now I feel that he is just pushing it on anyone. I know of someone else he had suggested it to and they didn't feel it was necessary. I have a balance of $550 for an Invisalign begining fee. I feel lik I was being scammed. How do I tell him that I don't want to get them anymore and I am not paying the balance?
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RedSox
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posted 06-16-2006 01:29 PM
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Originally posted by Betsy:
I had a very similar history but the decision to use Invisalign was handled differently. A few years ago, my teeth started moving. My dentist initially suggested a "nightguard" to keep my teeth from getting worse. I found it uncomfortable and stopped wearing it (interesting because it was very similar to invisalign aligners but just heavier but for me there was a huge difference).I was unhappy with the way my teeth looked so when I saw Invisalign advertised, I asked my dentist about it. He was new to Invisalign too and the Express Treatment had just been offered. He thought I'd be a good candidate (pretty simple case). When he received the results that could be accomplished with Express, they were not good enough (looked okay but left my teeth in a positions that would not enable a longterm healthy bite). He indicated that we could resolve this with the full treatment. In my disappointment, I asked him what he thought I should do - he said "I don't think I am the best person to ask" - I guess I was pretty silly - I asked him if he noticed that my teeth weren't straight - he said "Of course I do, but the important thing is how do YOU feel about it". Easy answer was that I was self-conscious and unhappy. That is the question you need to ask your self - then either go forward with it or do not. For me, the improvement in my teeth is making me feel so much better, Invisalign is the best thing I have done for myself in a long time.
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RedSox
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posted 06-16-2006 01:47 PM
You really can't tell by looking at me that they are crooked. I was just worried over time how much they would shift. That is why the Orhtodontist was confused why my Dentist would suggest them. They really don't need to be straightened out first. My Dentist gave me the impression that did. It's too bad that my dentist didn't suggest the retainer so he didn't waste his time or mine. So I guess I won't go through with it because I just don't need to. quote:
Originally posted by Betsy:
I had a very similar history but the decision to use Invisalign was handled differently. A few years ago, my teeth started moving. My dentist initially suggested a "nightguard" to keep my teeth from getting worse. I found it uncomfortable and stopped wearing it (interesting because it was very similar to invisalign aligners but just heavier but for me there was a huge difference).I was unhappy with the way my teeth looked so when I saw Invisalign advertised, I asked my dentist about it. He was new to Invisalign too and the Express Treatment had just been offered. He thought I'd be a good candidate (pretty simple case). When he received the results that could be accomplished with Express, they were not good enough (looked okay but left my teeth in a positions that would not enable a longterm healthy bite). He indicated that we could resolve this with the full treatment. In my disappointment, I asked him what he thought I should do - he said "I don't think I am the best person to ask" - I guess I was pretty silly - I asked him if he noticed that my teeth weren't straight - he said "Of course I do, but the important thing is how do YOU feel about it". Easy answer was that I was self-conscious and unhappy. That is the question you need to ask your self - then either go forward with it or do not. For me, the improvement in my teeth is making me feel so much better, Invisalign is the best thing I have done for myself in a long time.
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BadBoy
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posted 06-16-2006 05:50 PM
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Originally posted by Betsy:
Hey BadBoy, how do you get the AVI files? My dentist's office is not computer savvy (just got email). Did you get the files from your dentist or Invisalign?
Your dentist or one of the office assistants runs some software that creates the AVI files, there are separate ones for different views so you have to request them. Like upper top view, lower top view, front view, side view, etc. My dentist and an assistant took some courses from Invisalign where that was covered, also an Invisalign rep frequently visits the office and helped them with that task since I requested it after hearing about the video files on this board! Now I can see what each aligner's movement is supposed to be like the invisalign computer software at the dentist's office shows. I just wished I could have gotten the AVI files from day 1 - I got them after about 6 aligners into the treatment. Ask your dentist/ortho about them and if they don't know about the AVI files or how to make them, they just have to ask their invisalign contact. I had them emailed to me but they are large multi-megabyte files, so they also have the option to store them on a recordable-CD in the office if they have that capability on their computer.
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Betsy
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posted 06-17-2006 12:59 PM
Thanks !!! quote:
Originally posted by BadBoy:
Your dentist or one of the office assistants runs some software that creates the AVI files, there are separate ones for different views so you have to request them. Like upper top view, lower top view, front view, side view, etc.My dentist and an assistant took some courses from Invisalign where that was covered, also an Invisalign rep frequently visits the office and helped them with that task since I requested it after hearing about the video files on this board! Now I can see what each aligner's movement is supposed to be like the invisalign computer software at the dentist's office shows. I just wished I could have gotten the AVI files from day 1 - I got them after about 6 aligners into the treatment. Ask your dentist/ortho about them and if they don't know about the AVI files or how to make them, they just have to ask their invisalign contact. I had them emailed to me but they are large multi-megabyte files, so they also have the option to store them on a recordable-CD in the office if they have that capability on their computer.
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Lil Sim Dogg
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posted 06-18-2006 04:33 AM
Has anyone purchased Invisalign in the So Cal area, specifically the San Bernardino area? I've been thinking about getting Invisalign for a while now, but because I am a student, I need to save as much money as possible. Who would you recommend?Thanks
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davidinSD
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posted 06-21-2006 01:47 AM
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Originally posted by Lil Sim Dogg:
Has anyone purchased Invisalign in the So Cal area, specifically the San Bernardino area? I've been thinking about getting Invisalign for a while now, but because I am a student, I need to save as much money as possible. Who would you recommend?Thanks
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davidinSD
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posted 06-21-2006 01:53 AM
I think I have the greatest dentist in the world... his name is Dr. Ostad at Rite Family Dentaland he's in Carmel Mountain Ranch (north county - san diego). He's fair and honest and if he doesn't think you need something done, he'll tell you it's a waste of money. I started my invisalign treatment about a month ago and can already see the improvement. I would definitely give him a call... I know the location is less than desirable given that you're in San Bernardino, but I drive 30 miles to his office for my appointments and he is well worth it.
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cl05
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posted 06-21-2006 04:49 PM
I totally agree with you...same here. I have a great orthodontist, thank God!
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Originally posted by Bobby:
I'm really glad I found this site, I was able to get alot more info when I was starting the process.However, I got more worried than I needed to be reading all this. I'm only on my 2nd trays but I don't find them difficult at all. There is virtually no pain, they just feel really tight for the first several hours, and my teeth are sore when I take them out to eat the first few times but that's no bid deal. As far as getting them out, I guess I lucked out there too, maybe I have weak roots or something, but I can easily get mine out by using my index and thumb nails at the back on both sides. Takes literally 2 seconds. I was worried about my speech during the first week or two since I'm a dispatcher, but it's getting better now. It still wierd having the daily ritual stuff to do, but well worth it. Another bonus I've found is that my teeth actually look better when wearing them, they make the space between my front teeth look smaller somehow. Anyways I wouldn't let stuff discourage you, I guess it's different for anyone.
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remmie
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posted 06-21-2006 05:33 PM
I had braces around 14 years ago, and did not wear my retainer, so couple teeth moved forward a couple mm's. I just went for a consultation and was quoted $6200 for 9-12 month treatment.The only thing that has me worried is the shaving, I don't like things done that can't be "undone" if they are done wrong. What is the minimal they can remove when shaving between a couple teeth? Give some comparisons, thickness of a piece of paper, etc. Also I forgot to ask if I would need any buttons applied to my front teeth. I will have to call the Orthodontist back on this one. He said he has done around 100 cases, and this # matches with what Invisalign told me when I called them and verified. Does 100 cases seem like he would be experienced in Invisialign? This is a Orthodontist.
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remmie
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posted 06-21-2006 05:50 PM
I forgot another thing, I asked if I would be able to see my treatment on his computer or online and he said he can see it but I can't. How do people get the images of thier teeth and upload them to websites.
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BadBoy
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posted 06-21-2006 07:08 PM
My dentist showed me with computer software at the office the progression of the teeth from various angles thru the projected aligner stages before I gave the final go-ahead, they are all supposed to do that. Later I was able to request AVI video files (a frame per aligner stage) from several angles so I can see similar images at home on my computer. They can ask an invisalign rep how to do that it if the office staff hasn't done it before. It must be pretty easy because an assistant/receptionist was able to do it for me at the dental office. A price over $6000 for a relatively simple case seems awfully high, my case is more severe (18 upper, 29 lower, 6 IPRs/shavings, two attachments) and was around $3500. Shop around with several orthos/dentists in your area, you may find a wide price variation as well as services they will do - computer checks should be included, also ask for free retainers and teeth whitening services that many throw in. Get the best deal. The IPRs (space shaving) is typically very small only 0.1-.3mm, I can't even notice most of the ones they did on me. I can see in the frame-by-frame AVI video files I have that the biggest gap that is the most noticeable right now is between my two upper front teeth and varies over each aligner step as the teeth are moved around and together eventually. The biggest gap is where I am right now at upper aligner #10 and that appears to match what I see in the mirror and in the AVI file frame for that stage. The next 8 aligner stages in the AVI file show the gap will close during that time, I'm looking forward to that. The thing to watch for is that the dentist/ortho doesn't shave more than specified or doesn't do it evenly. Some have said if needed they can do something at the end like cosmetic bonding, but that should only be necessary if they didn't do the IPR procedure exactly as required. The exact gap dimension needed is specified on my dentist's worksheets for each stage and the teeth, thats how I learned they were only at most 0.3mm space.
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remmie
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posted 06-21-2006 08:37 PM
Any of your Orthdontists offering a "bonded retainer" for when treatment is done?Some orthos like them and some don't because it makes flossing harder. http://www.braceus.com/images/fixed_retainer.jpg http://images.google.com/images?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rls=GGLG,GGLG:2006-03,GGLG:en&q=bonded%20retainer&sa=N&tab=wi
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BadBoy
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posted 06-22-2006 02:48 AM
Yes there are several after-treatment retainer options. A permanent wire bonded behind the teeth is one of the options. Another is the long lasting removable Hawley wire+plastic retainer type vs the 2 year lifespan clear Essex or Invisalign retainer.
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tvnh
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posted 06-23-2006 11:18 AM
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Originally posted by L:
I got mine in Houston and for 12 months it was $4100 -- top and bottom, 22 aligners each.
I just went for my consultation with an ortho in NH and was quoted $6400 for 18 months of invisalign (about 20 trays). I had braces as a child and this seems extremely expensive to me and crazy seeing as my teeth aren't extremely bad (at least I don't think so). I see some of you are getting quoted in the $3000 range. Is anyone from NH or MA getting pricing in that area... Or just any better than $6400?
Would love recommendations! Thanks!
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Cherie
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posted 06-23-2006 06:00 PM
Don't listen to this what this person is saying. If your Dentist tells you to wear them so many hours out of the day, do it. Unless you are a Dentist yourself, and know everything there is to know about orthodontics, then you're not really the expert, and it's not in your best interest to alter your treatment from what the Dentist told you just because you don't believe him or think he's blowin smoke up your wahzoo. Not everyone's teeth react the same to the treatment, and some people are lucky where their teeth move quicker than others. Unfortunately, I'm not one of those lucky people. I too had the same attitude that I didn't have to wear them as much as possible each day so I found myself becoming laxed, and would wind up (unintentionally) going 1/2 a day w/o them,and doing this sometimes several days w/in a 2 week period. Needless to say, my approach to not taking my Dentist seriously will add at least an additional 6-8 months onto my treatment. Invisalign braces will indeed work on "most" people, but stick to the plan if you want to insure yourself optimal results. quote:
Originally posted by Jonathan:
I can't believe how many people actually listen to everything their orthodontist says like good little lapdogs or something, haha, it's hilarious. You do not take Invisalign retainers out to dinner or to the bars, plain and simple -- why would you even think of doing that?I'm a week away from finishing my lower sets and more than half-way done with the upper, and I've had great results. Every time my orthodontist asked (she's Asian), "So you wear retainers all time yes?" I'm like, "Yeah, uhh, sure pretty much." Yeah right. I don't wear them when I'm working out, how the hell could you wear retainers when you're trying to bench press 200+ pounds or leg pressing 1,000 pounds? You can't! It makes me want to gag. I gave up on that. I'd say I've worn the retainers no more than 16 hours a day and as little as 14 hours a day and it worked just fine for me. I feel sorry for everyone who actually took that 22 hours per day "all of the time except when you're eating" nonsense literally. But whatever, to each his own.
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ceileen
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posted 06-23-2006 11:21 PM
Hello, everyone. I had a consult for Invisalign from an orthodontist earlier this week. He said that I would be eligible for Invisalign, but that it wouldn't completely correct my overbite. I have a mild overbite, and my real goals are straightening my teeth and removing some crowding. My question is: have any of you guys had success treating an overbite with Invisalign? And how badly would you classify your overbite?I am going to get another consult from a Premier orthodontist next week. Although the overbite isn't my main concern, I'd like it fixed if I'm going to be spending all of this $$!
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Stephen
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posted 06-24-2006 03:07 PM
Hi
I've had invisalign for two days now and the pain is absolutely unbearable. I have a high pain tolerance and yet, its excruciating. I finally decided to take them out (which was no easy task) and now the buttons are bothering my already sore cheeks. I have sore spots, bumps and blisters all through my mouth and some parts are bleeding. I guess my question is what i should do. Is this normal for the first two days? Do I tough it out and hope it improves? or is something wrong and i should return for another set of impressions? Any thoughts? Ideas? Advice? Thank you
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BadBoy
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posted 06-24-2006 05:50 PM
It varies for everyone somewhat, but yes the first week is toughest - hang in there and take Advil or similar pain killers to make it thru the first tough week. It will get easier as you get used to the aligners. The first few days of a new aligner will sometimes be an issue, but not every one is as bad. For me I don't get soreness on a few teeth usually except the first few days with some aligners and only when I take it out for a meal. The best advice is to start a new aligner set just before going to bed and take 8 hour pain medicine an hour before that.
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Oliver
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posted 06-24-2006 08:16 PM
Hello Everybody. Got my Invisalign yesterday. 28 aligners only on the upper teeth. So far my experience is great. No pain at all and they fit perfectly. I was out to dinner with friends yesterday and put them in after dinner. Nobody noticed. Even after asking them if they would notice any changes nobody noticed. They asked me if I got a new haircut...The only inconvenience is getting them out. But it is not as bad as I expected after reading posts on this board. It takes me a few seconds and there is a discomfort to it, but no real pain. If this is it I am totally happy. I have one question about the cost for you folks: - I paid $3,600 only for the top aligner (don't need one for the bottom). Is there a price difference if you only need one aligner? Is this price OK?
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BadBoy
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posted 06-24-2006 09:07 PM
The aligner's fit is tighter for the first few days of a new set, then its much easier to take out and put in and any discomfort is usually gone for the rest of that aligner's time usage. So your experience is very similar to mine, you shouldn't have any problems if your first set is going that well! As far as cost for comparison my total is $3500 for 18 upper and 28 lower aligners, two attachments and 7 or so IPRs(shavings). This was with a special $1000 discount because of I one of the first group to sign up for invisalign with my dentist. It was a trade-off, I could have gone to a separate more experienced in invisalign ortho and paid thousands more, but my dentist is really diligent and careful, took the courses with some of the staff and also an knowledgable invisalign rep has been at the office at all major stages for the first group of patients for it and checked on the quality of the initial impressions, molds, and fit of the aligners at various points. I think its going along as expected from the computer analysis and I'm about 1/2 way thru the upper set and even when the upper set is done the remaining lower only aligners only move a few of the teeth on the side and not in the front so even they will mostly be done from normal viewing anyway at that point.
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Oliver
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posted 06-24-2006 10:01 PM
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Originally posted by BadBoy:
The aligner's fit is tighter for the first few days of a new set, then its much easier to take out and put in and any discomfort is usually gone for the rest of that aligner's time usage. So your experience is very similar to mine, you shouldn't have any problems if your first set is going that well!
Thank you Bad Boy. If this is all discomfort I get it's perfect. Another question, I asked my Orthodontist about drinking other liquids then water. He said I could drink everything I wanted, the worst thing that could happen is that the aligner gets stained. So what, you get a new one every 2 weeks anyway. So far I had beer, wine, coffee and even yoghurt with the aligner. No stains so far. Any experiences???
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BadBoy
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posted 06-25-2006 01:53 AM
I avoid drinking except water mostly with the aligners in, but thats because I had already a couple years switched to mostly drinking lots of water thru the day anyway. I have had a little soda at times, but I would recommend to avoid at least any hot liquids with the aligners in since that could expand the plastic a little. I haven't seen any staining and I quickly found good results by soaking with a denture cleaner tablet placed in warm water(like Efferdent or the cheaper equivalents) once per day to clean the aligners - thats keeping them clear for me. The first set I didn't do that and after a week the aligners started to get some white plaque-like stuff that was hard to clean off. With the cleaner tablet once a day I figured that will keep away any stains from building up too, so far so good.
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spitfyre
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posted 06-26-2006 03:05 PM
Hi Oliver,
That's great you haven't had any pain, I thought I was going to gouge my eyes out the first day. It's now day 4 of the first set, and it's gotten much better. the worst part now is the sore on my tongue, it's driving me crazy...
I'm a little surprised your ortho said you could have anything to drink with your aligners in...mine talked about the concern of the liquid getting in between the teeth and aligners, which can cause cavities. imagine the sugar in soda trapped against your teeth for hours! i've heard of people getting a bit lax with it...drinking stuff occasionally with them in and rinsing with water in between sips, or drinking with a straw to minimize the contact with the aligners, but i would be worried about the stuff in the beverages sitting against my teeth inside the aligners. just something to think about...
BTW, i'm new to this board...I've already gotten such great info by reading previous posts. so, thanks everyone... quote:
Originally posted by Oliver:
Thank you Bad Boy. If this is all discomfort I get it's perfect. Another question, I asked my Orthodontist about drinking other liquids then water. He said I could drink everything I wanted, the worst thing that could happen is that the aligner gets stained. So what, you get a new one every 2 weeks anyway. So far I had beer, wine, coffee and even yoghurt with the aligner. No stains so far. Any experiences???
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remmie
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posted 06-26-2006 05:01 PM
It is up to the orthodontist if he wants to show you the clincheck animation? Shouldn't they be required to show this to you are part of the process at the beginning? I am talking about after molds are taken and you get your first set or aligners.Also how much material is removed during slenderizing, I am afraid of tooth sensitivity with them removing enamel. Could you give some examples of how much is usually removed?
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BadBoy
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posted 06-26-2006 06:43 PM
In my several IPRs they shave off only a small amount of enamel - for up to a .1-.3 mm gap between some teeth. I didn't experience any tooth senstivity afterwards at all.
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Oliver
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posted 06-26-2006 11:46 PM
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Originally posted by remmie:
It is up to the orthodontist if he wants to show you the clincheck animation? Shouldn't they be required to show this to you are part of the process at the beginning? I am talking about after molds are taken and you get your first set or aligners.Also how much material is removed during slenderizing, I am afraid of tooth sensitivity with them removing enamel. Could you give some examples of how much is usually removed?
I didn't see the animation, just some before and after computer images, but no movie. So far I got 0.2 mm removed on one tooth and did not had any discomfort.
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Oliver
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posted 06-26-2006 11:52 PM
Yes, I am surprised how easy it is for me to take them out. They just hang a little on one tooth, which is the most crooked. My tongue is sour now as well and I hope this goes by quickly. It really feels uncomfortable.
About the drinking: I don't drink soda anyway and avoid juices from now on. So it will usually only be water and black coffee. When I go out I have beer or wine, but I figure this is in the evenings and shortly after I brush my teeth anyway. Plus you always can go to the bathroom real quick and rinse the aligner with water. quote:
Originally posted by spitfyre:
Hi Oliver,
That's great you haven't had any pain, I thought I was going to gouge my eyes out the first day. It's now day 4 of the first set, and it's gotten much better. the worst part now is the sore on my tongue, it's driving me crazy...
I'm a little surprised your ortho said you could have anything to drink with your aligners in...mine talked about the concern of the liquid getting in between the teeth and aligners, which can cause cavities. imagine the sugar in soda trapped against your teeth for hours! i've heard of people getting a bit lax with it...drinking stuff occasionally with them in and rinsing with water in between sips, or drinking with a straw to minimize the contact with the aligners, but i would be worried about the stuff in the beverages sitting against my teeth inside the aligners. just something to think about...
BTW, i'm new to this board...I've already gotten such great info by reading previous posts. so, thanks everyone...
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GlossyTooth
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posted 06-27-2006 08:40 PM
Steven,Your post brings back such memories...
Like you, I had some pain with my aligners - especially the bottom one -- and the first one seemed to cause cuts/scrapes in my mouth/tongue. Not fun. I was given the advice to "hang in there." Fortunately, this was good advice as I'm happy to report that these issues are no longer present...(my first aligner gave me pain for about 7 days - the subsequent ones only slightly bother me for a day or two when they are new). Taking them out was another story (more pain taking them out than when they were in), but fortunately many people's postings on here helped me out with this one! 
I would give it some time (and some Advil!), but talk to your dentist/ortho if it seems too extreme. I would think that new modling would only be helpful if the aligners truly seem "off" (e.g., seeing a lot of plastic beyond tooth - teeth are not shifting into place within 2 weeks, etc.). good luck. Hang in there! quote:
Originally posted by Stephen:
Hi
I've had invisalign for two days now and the pain is absolutely unbearable. I have a high pain tolerance and yet, its excruciating. I finally decided to take them out (which was no easy task) and now the buttons are bothering my already sore cheeks. I have sore spots, bumps and blisters all through my mouth and some parts are bleeding. I guess my question is what i should do. Is this normal for the first two days? Do I tough it out and hope it improves? or is something wrong and i should return for another set of impressions? Any thoughts? Ideas? Advice? Thank you
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kevboz
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posted 06-28-2006 04:45 PM
Just got back from my 2nd visit. Things are going great. Speech is still a little strange but I think it's more in my head. Others don't even notice. I asked my Dr to see the simulation on his PC. IT was really cool. I was able to pan around everything and got to see the finished product. He gave me 3 sets of trays and told me he'd see me in 6 weeks. 8 more months and I'm done!
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Christine
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posted 06-28-2006 04:54 PM
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Originally posted by Lil Sim Dogg:
Has anyone purchased Invisalign in the So Cal area, specifically the San Bernardino area? I've been thinking about getting Invisalign for a while now, but because I am a student, I need to save as much money as possible. Who would you recommend?
Hey Sim Dogg,
In case you haven't found an ortho yet, you may want to check out Dr. Bock (Bock Orthodontics) in Redlands. He's great, and the facility and staff are very nice as well! He provides both Invisalign and OrthoClear. Good luck!
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Oliver
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posted 06-29-2006 09:36 PM
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Originally posted by tvnh:
I just went for my consultation with an ortho in NH and was quoted $6400 for 18 months of invisalign (about 20 trays). I had braces as a child and this seems extremely expensive to me and crazy seeing as my teeth aren't extremely bad (at least I don't think so). I see some of you are getting quoted in the $3000 range. Is anyone from NH or MA getting pricing in that area... Or just any better than $6400?
Would love recommendations! Thanks!
My ortho in MA charged $3,600 for inv. only for upper teeth, but I can't imagine that it would be much more for for upper and lower. They have to make same impressions, computer simulations etc. for upper and lower. Go see him, cosultation is free: Dr. Alan Berko
Acton, MA - Phone 978-263-8388
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Betsy
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posted 07-01-2006 11:34 AM
I am exactly half way through my treatment (half way through tray 10 of 19 upper/16 lower). As an experiment, I have not told anyone that I have Invisalign. Yesterday, I told my best friend and asked her if she had noticed. I have 2 buttons on upper canines and 4 buttons on bottom canines and the front inscisors. Also, quite a bit IPRs between just about all of my front teeth.She was quite embarressed to admit that she had not noticed! She had wondered why I suddenly stopped having popcorn at movies but now she knows. I blew the experiment with a one person, because I am sometimes too lazy to go to the rest room to remove my aligners before a meal - I slip them out while people are not looking. On guy heard this, looked at me shocked and said "you have teeth"! For a moment he thought I had dentures. When I explained, he was fascinated (had not noticed). ONE person who had braces when she was older did notice but she explained that she notices everything about people's teeth. She actually considered her braces as "an ornament" and used to wear her retainer during the day because she thought she looked better it in. Its all very interesting. I must say that I notice my friends' teeth so much more since I started Invisalign. Quite a few might really benefit from Invisalign. It will be interesting to share my experiences and see if anyone is interested in looking into it for themselves.
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errivera
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posted 07-02-2006 10:14 AM
Well I am on my 7th set of trays and I love them... I can’t complain about any scratching or raw tongue. But I do experience the soreness for the first couple of days... the total cost was 4700 and I thought that was pretty good for the Vegas area. I have one button and I had three ICP's Other than that everything is turning out good...
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