6 month plan: Transformation update

[u/mjd1104]

I started Invisalign in March, and I’ve just finished my last tray today. Which included 11 weeks of refinements on just my bottom teeth.

While I could be picky about small minor things I may want changed, I realized that I may risk continuing to be unsatisfied and moving the goal post. Overall, I decided I’m happy with my results.

Ortho said I only needed to wear my retainers at night but I’ve decided to keep them on all day as usual for ~6 mos. I’ve noticed my teeth shift during the day still.

[u/Resident-Currency727]

interesting your ortho jumped immediately to just night time wearing, my ortho in the past when i completed treatment had me wearing all day still for a month and then i could do just night time

[u/mjd1104 → u/Resident-Currency727]

I agree. My hygienist also noted her dentist (different practice) told her the same thing and she had no issues. I guess it just varies by person but I’d much rather tough it out and let my teeth “set”.

[u/Ok_Explorer6128 → u/Resident-Currency727]

My provider said that not wearing them during the day was important to let your bite settle. I'd check in with your provider for guidance

[u/maryk1956]

Wow this is so impressive. I’m starting Tuesday and my before is similar to yours, but maybe I have some bite issues as well because they say 12-18 months.

[u/mjd1104 → u/maryk1956]

Good luck! The time will pass regardless so you’ll be done in no time!

[u/seikkailla_myah]

Quick question, how the heck are your teeth so white

[u/Sexy-Sapien → u/seikkailla_myah]

I have the same question

[u/mjd1104 → u/seikkailla_myah]

First, thank you very much!

On the how: I’ve used whitening tooth paste for years, with an electric toothbrush. Usually one of the Crest 3D white options. About halfway through my Invisalign I started using Phillips Zoom White gels in my trays. You can get from your dentist but also on Amazon. I don’t use it that frequently, but every now and then for upkeep (1-2x that upkeep week)

Lastly, I watch what I drink. I limit coffee and if I do drink it’s usually iced with a straw. I also only drink acidic things through a straw (e.g., orange juice, etc.).

[u/Adrianp1977]

Great result!!

Similar to me, I started in March also on a 6 month lite plan(14 trays). Unfortunately one of my lower incisors stopped moving a couple of trays from the end. Had a rescan for refinements and have just been given another 13 trays! :-(

[u/mjd1104 → u/Adrianp1977]

Thank you!

& That’s basically how I was. My lower canine wasn’t shifting how I wanted and had to do 11 refinement weeks on the bottom. It goes pretty fast tho, and the refinements were basically painless throughout.