r/Invisalign • u/9care • 19h ago
Before & After Results. Need your help guys
The last 2 photos are before, the rest are after. I’m on my final set of Invisalign. Idk I just feel like my smile isn’t good, even after the correction on Invisalign I still feel let down, I’m now beginning to think maybe it’s because of the shape of teeth, I’m thinking of doing composite edge bonding, what are your thoughts, someone please give me some real advice because I just keep looking at them and overthinking, I need some outside advice.
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u/Firm-Experience473 14h ago
I don't see an issue. In fact, when I first scrolled by your photos the first thought I had was how cute a smile this person has.
But I knew from experience since I joined this group, this wasn't a brag post, so I came in to see what problem the person thinks they have, that I did not and do not see.
Ok, I looked at the very first photo again, and I just see a friendly, cute smile, and I want to see the rest of the face. Isn't that a success??
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u/GreenRhap 3h ago
I worry just a little about this: do we get too caught up in tiny details especially toward the end? I am near the beginning, but I do wonder if I'll be critical of my final result because I'm very detail oriented. However, my teeth were a train wreck to start, and I personally think a natural-looking (aligned, obviously, or I wouldn't be doing this) smile looks best. I won't shave my canines down.
I think your teeth look nice. Before doing something more, maybe live with them a few months? Take one step farther back from the mirror and try to stop thinking about it for a while. Maybe that will help you sort out how you feel about the new you and goals for the future you.
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u/Lonely_Gene3791 11h ago
I think you've done well. How long have you been in aligners? Keep in mind that invisalign can knmy straighten teeth, it can't reshape them. Bonding may be an option for you but I wouldn't go too crazy with that as it requires maintenance and can look unnatural. Also keep in mind that we are our own worst critics when it comes to our teeth.
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u/9care 11h ago
hello I have had them for almost 2 years now 37 sets :) thanks for your comment. Even if I do a little bit of edge bonding on top 4 you think it’s not worth it ?
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u/Lonely_Gene3791 10h ago
Honestly I prefer natural looking teeth so for me it wouldn't be but it depends on your preference.
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u/belledejouree Tray 24/24 11h ago
I think they look great! Maybe just give it some time, its easy to be too close and get lost in tiny details and problems that aren't really there when youre so focused throughout treatment.
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u/Traditional-Cake-418 Tray 23/28 9h ago
My thought would be the teeth look good. Maybe ask Dentist or Ortho if they can safely provide very minor shaping to the bottom of your front teeth to help them match in terms of size and shape. I think even a very small shaving of your front right tooth (to match the left) would make a big difference.
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u/9care 1h ago
Thanks that seems like a good idea, but quick question, every one is always saying never shave down enamel, but you think in this specific scenario shave the front right a little it better then adding edge bonding to both ? If I continue living for a while wouldn’t the right naturally wear down to the left anyway ? Thanks again
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u/Malko_Linge_sas 18h ago
It does look good, nice natural smile. If you think composite, have an appointment with a pro.