topic Invisalign in Wellness

Invisalign

Sweetbay magnolia — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 14:44:35 GMT

If you've had Invisalign braces, do you faithfully wear your retainer at night once you've finished?

I had serious correction done in an "overcrowded" mouth and I found the whole experience to be miserable (I had tons of extensions) and I do wear mine.

My front teeth were chipping becauase my bite needed to be corrected.

I just got new retainers and they are not cheap!

Re: Invisalign

cindyNC — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:05:41 GMT

My original dentist used a different brand of aligners and removed them too soon. My current dentist asked if I wanted to re-do the experience - i have one bottom tooth that's crooked.

The new dentist made new retainers and they quality is vastly different. I wear them about 6 times a week.

My issue is that I remove them from the corner of my mouth and risk cracking the retainer........have done so with the top one and had to get it replaced at $350.

Re: Invisalign

RU4 real — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:07:59 GMT

I have never skipped a night wearing my Invisalign retainers. I even wear them when I take a nap. Specifically, because I clench my teeth while I sleep. Your teeth can shift very quickly if you miss several nights in a row. Then your aligners/retainer will not fit at all. Then there's a very pricey process to get new ones. What keeps me motivated to wear mine is the fact your teeth also shows your age. Because as we become seniors your teeth can shift. Keep your beautiful smile healthy. Your retainer should last 12 to 18 months.

@Sweetbay magnolia wrote:
If you've had Invisalign braces, do you faithfully wear your retainer at night once you've finished?

I had serious correction done in an "overcrowded" mouth and I found the whole experience to be miserable (I had tons of extensions) and I do wear mine.

My front teeth were chipping becauase my bite needed to be corrected.

I just got new retainers and they are not cheap!

Re: Invisalign

Sweetbay magnolia — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:12:04 GMT

I hear you, @cindyNC ! I'm a grinder and mine were falling apart.

The new ones have a "bite plate" that keeps me from chomping down but I sound like Foster Brooks (if you remember him, the drunk on Laugh-In) when I try to talk.

I got two sets for $500. Plastic! Though they did a scan and I didn't have to go through the dreaded impression thing. Laying back in a chair with bad sinuses is miserable, with the mouth closed.

Re: Invisalign

RU4 real — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:12:58 GMT

I reach to the last molar on each side to release mine, then, with my forefinger and thumb, pull them off from the front. The retainer should be made of a more durable material than the aligners.

Re: Invisalign

Sweetbay magnolia — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:17:45 GMT

Oh - another question: do you use a fizzy cleaner or just brush them?

Re: Invisalign

SilleeMee — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:21:44 GMT

I just had a custom night guard made and that cost $400. But I need it to protect all of my expensive crowns I just had put in which includes several implant and traditional crowns. The night guard is worth the investment for me.

Re: Invisalign

Sweetbay magnolia — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:26:55 GMT

Yep, @SilleeMee I have endured many crowns, crown replacements, and root canals. So far no implants.

I am with you on the importance of protecting them.

The Air Hawk that you recommended several years ago, has proven to be a champ (BTW).

Re: Invisalign

Sweetbay magnolia — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:30:36 GMT

Thanks, @RU4 real . I need to be more mindful of how I treat mine.

Re: Invisalign

SilleeMee — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:30:36 GMT

@Sweetbay magnolia wrote:
Yep, @SilleeMee I have endured many crowns, crown replacements, and root canals. So far no implants.

I am with you on the importance of protecting them.

The Air Hawk that you recommended several years ago, has proven to be a champ (BTW).

@Sweetbay magnolia

Yes, that Air Hawk is great! I just used it the other day and it saved me a trip to the gas station for air. Glad you are getting good use out of the thing.

Re: Invisalign

Sweetbay magnolia — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:35:31 GMT

Yes, @SilleeMee , the problem I have now is twisting the darned thing off (you can relate in spades) because my hands just won't work fast enough. I generally over fill a bit to compensate.

Back on track: the old retainers went in the trash. Yuck. Same with the old case. Bad memories.

Re: Invisalign

SilleeMee — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:44:02 GMT

@Sweetbay magnolia

For the past 2-1/2 years I was getting a dental makeover (implants/implant crowns). Just a few months ago I got my front six, canine to canine, crowned (traditional) with the teeth of my dreams. They are gorgeous. They don't even look like my original teeth at all. The new crowns look perfect. I just love them and now I have my confidence back so I smile all of the time now. Best thing I ever did for myself in a long time.

Re: Invisalign

RU4 real — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 19:06:08 GMT

@Sweetbay magnolia wrote:
Oh - another question: do you use a fizzy cleaner or just brush them?

I do both. Once a week, or so, I use an ultrasound cleaner designed for dentures and retainers. There are tablets you can use in the system to deodorise them. Also, I find it simpler to brush, with tooth paste, the inside of the retainer first, then insert my retainers in my mouth to brush the exterior. My dentist suggested using Dawn dish liquid with a tooth brush to clean them and rinse them well. PLEASE DO NOT USE DAWN IN YOUR MOUTH. I don't think it would be pleasant experience.

Re: Invisalign

FatCatinCT — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 17:54:24 GMT

I did Invisalign in 2008, took 10 months of trays. Since then I can honestly say in the past 15 years I have worn my retainers all but about 10 nights in the entire time. My teeth shift very easily and I had waited over 50 years for straight teeth so I am pretty compliant. My ortho charges $300 for retainers top and bottom which is not bad and I get new ones every couple of years.

Re: Invisalign

KLm — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 22:07:38 GMT

I did invisalign a few years ago. Just had my retainers done about a year ago.

I was told to soak them in 1/2 peroxide 1/2 water. Dental cleaning products scratch the appliances apparently. I use food grade HP and am very happy b/c my retainers are still clear. I also brush them before putting them in the solution.

I wear them every night. When I whiten my teeth, I use my old awful appliance b/c I cannot damage it further.

@SilleeMee So happy you are at the end of that journey and are smiling again with joy

Re: Invisalign

Love to Run — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 18:59:04 GMT

I wear mine faithfully. If I forget, I get up and put them in.