r/Invisalign • • 19h ago

Question Orthodontist said they won’t show me the ClinCheck for my refinements?

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Surely this breaches a lot of laws and acts that a consumer has right to?

It’s my teeth and data, so surely I can see this?


r/Invisalign • • 14h ago

General Tooth gap no matter what

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r/Invisalign • • 4h ago

Question Ultrasonic cleaner

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I’m on week 2 and really need another way to clean the aligners besides brushing them. I’m low on money and wondering how the cleaning tablets vs the ultrasonic cleaner machine work and what is worth it.


r/Invisalign • • 10h ago

Question Marathon training and Invisalign

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Hi, I’m on my first week of a 2 year journey with Invisalign but I also run marathons. The dilemma is fueling on longer training runs. I’m running 5 days a week. Some runs exceed 4 hours.

I’m hoping to get some feedback from others who have done this. How did you manage your trays and fueling? Do you take it out for hours at a time to run, or find a way to leave them in and eat / use electrolights on runs with the trays in?


r/Invisalign • • 11h ago

Question Permanent wire retainer — is it worth getting?

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My dentist recommended getting a permanent wire behind my teeth at the end of my treatment to prevent any slight movement, as well as wearing a removable retainer.

For anyone who has one, would you recommend it? Is it comfortable, and do you notice it much? Also, do you have to keep the wire for the rest of your life?

Would love to hear your experiences and any pros/cons!


r/Invisalign • • 13h ago

Treatment Progress About halfway through aligners

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Tray 17/37, about halfway done. Crazy before, orthodontist said the teeth are tracking well up to this point, I had an attachment removed for some reason. The canines are a bit tricky but coming down fairly nicely. Looking forward to this being done but don’t mind them.

That said, once you get used to them, they really aren’t that bad.


r/Invisalign • • 14h ago

Question Halloween vampire teeth glued to trays??

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What are the odds yall think I could use like denture glue on my Invisalign to attach vampire teeth to them? I was thinking of just fully glueing them on bc I’m changing to my next trays two days after Halloween but ideally denture glue would still come off??


r/Invisalign • • 12h ago

Before & After Results. Done!

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13 Upvotes

2 years. 2 rounds of refinements. Worth it!


r/Invisalign • • 8h ago

Question Has anyone received this type of retainer?

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How long did it take to get used to it? My teeth are soooo sore. Confused why they are sore since my scans were literally taken of my teeth after finishing treatment and i wore my clear retainer non stop until this retainer was made for me.

Edit for those asking:

photo of me wearing the retainer


r/Invisalign • • 3h ago

Question Has anyone tried the Feel Fresh Ultrasonic Cleaner?

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I've tried searching for independent reviews and couldn't find any (i.e. reviews that are not on their website/socials). Would appreciate any thoughts! TIA!


r/Invisalign • • 19h ago

Question Invisalign Simulation

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Hey everyone! My dentist has ordered my invisalign today. He said that it would take about 10 months to get from the before to after for the first set. Is this a realistic timeline? I’ve been quoted for braces before and i’ve been told 2 years. What has everyone else’s experience been for timelines with invisalign?

Thanks!


r/Invisalign • • 3h ago

Treatment Progress 9 months - attachments removed + bonding next week

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Implant in my top front tooth couldn’t be moved, but still happy with the results .. bottom teeth were rough looking back


r/Invisalign • • 4h ago

General Aesthetics instead of functionality

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Has anyone done Invisalign for aesthetics only? Not to fix your bite? Or will anyone even do that? Every time I have a dentist they say oh you should do Invisalign, so I go for a consult and I end up being told to have jaw surgery, and full braces, etc. I am in my 40s and I don't want to do all of that. I know my bite is messed up but I feel like I could have my top and bottom teeth straightened enough that it would make me feel better about my smile. I don't want to be walking around with a full mouth of metal braces for two years and I'm definitely not having my jaw relocated


r/Invisalign • • 5h ago

Before & After Results. Invisalign result

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Please find attached photos of my teeth at the beginning of Invisalign and after my final tray. Next step is to whiten them and get edge bonding on my four middle top teeth. Took me so long to get to this point!


r/Invisalign • • 6h ago

Question Are my top teeth tracking?? Please help!

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I’m worried that my top 4 teeth aren’t tracking. Is it actually bad or am I overreacting? I’m using my chewies daily - what else can I do?! Tray 10/20


r/Invisalign • • 15h ago

Question Tray 19 of 20

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Hi All before and after pics. Pretty happy with how the top have straightened up but was hoping for a better result at the bottom. Do you think with refinements they will be able to get the bottom much straighter? My next appointment is to decide if I want refinements or taken off. I’m thinking definitely refinements, would you say I could get refinements at the top and bottom? Thanks in advance!


r/Invisalign • • 15h ago

Question Tell me everything as a first timer

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Set up to get my first set of trays next week.

I will be straightening my teeth before placing the implant in the missing molar spot. im in my 30s and have waited my whole life for this! as a kid that never had any decent dental care after about 13 years old, i have invested thousands in fillings, crowns, a root canal, and now finally the fun part....a straight smile i can be proud of. Can yall help me with:

  1. Im an office worker. i am fortunate enough to have my own office. buuut i am also used to eating my breakfast at work (wake up at 4 am so im starving by the time i get in) i also usually drink a protein shake, and of course eat lunch. tips and tricks to keep my liners clean while in office?

  2. i am paying a ton ~6k for this out of pocket. so i really want it to work. tell me the good the bad and the ugly experiences with invisalign!

  3. I did request a quote for invisalign, but he told me he would have issues with the attachments being placed on my crowns (i have 4) so i think he steered me torwards (clear correct?) they have the attachments on the liners themselves. does anyone have any information on this brand? Is it the same?

  4. After stalking this subreddit, I have a sense of impending doom like i should have requested braces. Does anyone have experience with braces + several crowns or root canal? is it possible? should i switch before its too late?

  5. I want to build a starter pack. so far, i have retainer bright, ultrasonic cleaner, ortho key, chewies and those little mini toothbrushes for when im in a pinch. What else should I get?

  6. Im on the road or in office from 6 Am - 4 PM, so I really need to have a good set up for work/travel.

Thank you everyone!!!!


r/Invisalign • • 18h ago

Before & After Results. 29/30, 1 tray left!

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one year treatment coming to an end. Do you have any opinions on the results?


r/Invisalign • • 19h ago

Question Is this normal?

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Started January 2025, and still ongoing.

Do these aligners look as they should to you? Top set - nearly all my aligners have had slight gaps underneath around my two front teeth and those either side of them but when visiting the orthodontist he’s never raised concerns.

Thanks in advance 🙂