Invisalign discomfort reddit Maybe it is likely that because your teeth are used to moving due to your braces prior to starting Invisalign so you aren’t experience much discomfort I've been having mild discomfort with my hand and hopefully this solves my problem, thanks Logi! Discussion Share Sort by: A Reddit community for users of the Noom Coach and Noom Health Applications! We are a community interested in all things health, fitness, wellness, nutrition, and diet related! Members Online. r/Invisalign After 5 years my retainer broke and my teeth moved. Try doing these exercises to relieve the jaw discomfort. Or check it out in the app stores Gums and mouth soreness and discomfort! And I’m at the last week of my 6th tray and I just noticed that I have bad soreness on the bottom of my tongue and the top of my tongue. I am already on rubber bands and they’ve been working well, with no pain at all. Ask your dentist about 1. Then in doubt if IT was a good I'm on Day 4 of Tray 1 and still getting used to things. As other have said, you don't get the "take-home" clincheck graphics that you get with This is the second time I have had retainers made and both times I have pain during the day when not wearing it. I’m F28 yrs old and I Posted by u/12345curious12345 - 3 votes and 4 comments Invisalign can fuck up your bite, for example-- it wrecked mine, and I'll need refinements to fix it. Reply reply My question is, as this is my first time ever using ANC, have any of you experienced the same symptoms of discomfort? If so, did it disappear? If it did, what did you do or am I basically screwed for using these headphones? I am scared that this might be permanent and the ringing is concerning and distracting from work. Just started my journey, today is day 1 and I'm not even 2 hours in having the aligners in my mouth, I hate the pressure of having something on my teeth and I constantly want to bite down on my teeth so hard, is this normal? Will I cause damage to the For my first tray I felt discomfort for 3 days and for my second tray the pain and discomfort was a lot worse than the first and lasted about 5 days. I usually only felt some discomfort for a day maybe two but now it’s four or five days (I’m on two week Changes) it is crazy how fast these changes are happening though. There is no way teeth can move with no discomfort. I felt like I was doing damage to my mouth using toothpaste so much. This is due to Starting with underbite and high canine tooth, vs now. They didn't work. ADMIN MOD I’m unsure about IPR. Expand user menu Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I have had Invisalign for about 6 months now and it has been pretty much smooth sailing! My bite has shifted a lot to a much healthier position but I've found that since my bite improved my throat has been feeling weird like I've got I just started my first tray last Monday, so I’m on week 2. If you want to thin the edge of your trays, you should see your Orthodontist. Ive been going for like 9 months now and the only discomfort i've had so far have been the initial couple days of having elastics on and then occasionally as my bite changes i'll get two teeth that clash together in a weird way and it'll be a little uncomfortable. I now think of Invisalign as the uncheap and uncheerful option in orthodontics. Does that mean I am on tray 3/39 and from the beginning I didn’t have any pain or discomfort, just slight tightness. We’ll I'm now on day 2 of tray 2 (14 day changes) and honestly haven't experienced any discomfort or pain at any time so far. No pain at all for me - just minor pressure. Whereas if you change in the morning, after breakfast Hi everyone, update!!!! I just switched to tray set 2 and it is sooo much better than tray 1! I mean there's a bit of normal tightness and discomfort, but nothing like the hellish experience of tray one. I have Spark. One of my front teeth was still a bit longer than the other one and nothing else could really be done to fix it so they ended up just filing/reshaping to make them look a bit more even. So far I can‘t eat anything thats not extremely soft since tray 1. Invisalign has probably improved since the last time you had them. NFL NBA Megan Anderson . You can live with your alignments in but living with crooked teeth for ever afraid to smile well thats not acceptable. Even though Invisalign is more comfortable and easier to use than metal braces, some people may feel pain or discomfort when they first start wearing their Invisalign trays. I'm sorry to hear your tongue is irritated and full of sores from this aligner. Some people's tummys are weaker than others when it comes to discomfort of any kind. Make sure that you are eating enough, though, because that can also make you feel nauseous and weak. I cant bite anything, I cant chew, my teeth are hurting and Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. 03-. My coworker was in so much pain her first few days, she had constant migraines and needed prescription pain relief. thankfully i don’t get sores any more (week 9). So just because I’d say they’re not bad at all, doesn’t mean they won’t perhaps be similar to your trays/initial trays for you. These are things to consider given how pricey the treatment is and how much upkeep braces require Hi! Cofounder of PUL / dental assistant here 🙋🏻♀️ . I have 32 weekly trays to get through. Locked post. I actually prefer to have them in because my teeth feel weak without them 🤣 When I changed my trays I took a Tylenol & a melatonin and I I guess you could argue that when I got braces the first time my teeth were a lot worse than they are the second time around doing Invisalign. This is the definitive Reddit source for video game collectors or those who would like to start collecting interactive entertainment. This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other 75K subscribers in the Invisalign community. Expand user menu Open settings menu. This is startling to hear. They did make my mouth more dry though. Yes, I agree, there will be vacations with Invisalign, but in the future you will likely be used to the trays and not have the pain some experience when beginning treatment. Hopefully it’s just an adjustment period. Or check it out in the app stores Home Mouth discomfort . A couple items to add: Just like the “a tiny bit of blood can be normal, but a lot of blood isn’t” - after/during periods of heavy movement you may feel like your teeth are even a tiny bit loose. Has anyone tried making a copy of their Invisalign using Forever Aligned Club? the front page of the internet. The discomfort largely went away after a few days in tray 1, so am hopeful the same will be true with tray 2. My ortho said he basically keeps Invisalign on hand for people who really want the brand name, but that otherwise he usually recommend Spark because it the aligner edges cause less discomfort (supposedly, obvs haven't tested them both). This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users Advertisement Coins. I stopped brushing and started just flossing really well, brushing with just a tooth brush and swishing with water. Headgear, rubber bands, wires, metal Is it normal to still be in discomfort on day 5? It is getting easier to remove the trays but my teeth are still very sore, gums irritated etc. Side view may help us see more of the changes you’re seeing- lips look the same but I definitely see a difference in your masseter muscles - if you were a clencher before Invisalign discomfort from shifting teeth & presence of trays could affect how much you “clench” resulting in muscle loss Is Invisalign cutting your tongue, or hurting your cheeks? Sometimes it can cut your tongue because their edges are too thick. Or check it out in the app stores This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • Feedback-Think. Or check it out in the app stores This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • Firm-Obligation5296. I tried to do some jaw exercises but they didn’t help and I just kept feeling like my jaw couldn’t relax. If you notice biting 7 Ways to Deal with Invisalign Pain. I have had individual teeth be incredibly sensitive (this tray, it's my back molars which are clearly being tugged at to make space for the front movement) but not the overall pain of tray 1 when I've changed. One thing I've noticed is that when I have my aligners out to eat, I find it incredibly uncomfortable to chew anywhere in my mouth. Day 1 Treatment Start I started my first trays 11/11/22. Normal to not feel any pain/discomfort? Question I started my 1st tray 2 weeks ago and had so Go to Invisalign r/Invisalign • by homerprice9. Like I can feel those trays but it doesn’t hurt Skip to main content. Valheim Genshin Impact Minecraft Pokimane Halo Infinite Call of Duty: Warzone Path of Exile Hollow Knight: Silksong Escape from Tarkov Watch Dogs: Legion. Don’t worry you’re not alone. I’m on tray 13 and haven’t had any major pain or discomfort that lasted more than a couple of days. Go to Invisalign r/Invisalign View community ranking In the Top 5% of largest communities on Reddit. With the subsequent trays it has varied. 5mm between each tooth but my dentist said he thought that seemed like a lot so he did about . For some reason my discomfort is much worse in the evening. Whether I am chewing on salad or a piece of chicken, using my It sounds bad on paper when someone talks about the kind of pain or symptoms they might have with Invisalign, but for those lurking and feeling anxious: keep in mind that in the vast majority of cases, even those reporting severe discomfort have that discomfort clear up within 2-3 days of starting a new tray, and Ibuprofen or Tylenol is usually Also note that I seem to have been lucky this far and not found Invisalign too painful. Pain and discomfort is a right of passage for any brace type (Invisalign or regular wire brace). Went Invisalign route as an adult and can confidently say it's a cakewalk compared to braces. My trays have been in 8 hours and I have zero I've had a similar experience to others who have responded. For those who don’t know the process, Invisalign are clear removable braces (called trays), kind of like mouth guards that you must wear for minimum 22 hours a day, leaving just 2 hours to eat. However, some people experience no pain at all so you could be one of the lucky ones! And surely a straighter smile is worth a little bit of discomfort in the long run. I remember driving home after getting my getting my first set and was just totally depressed, immediately thought I made a huge mistake. Good luck with your Invisalign journey! I think Invisalign is a great tool, but the tool is only as great as the person using it, and you also have to taken into account that person's ability to fix things on the spot. I will say that Spark feels and looks so much better than Invisalign did 7 years ago. This is a great start. I do notice my teeth tend to be more sensitive after dental work, so I expect lots of discomfort. For me, the pain is a little more “dull. Expand user menu Some trays were a bit challenging to get out the first day or two, even with the pul tool. Makes it very difficult to take the tray off, which so far only causes a wave of discomfort through the teeth. Its only 10 weeks, but I am STRUGGLING. Most importantly it's a place Yeah, truth be told, I've had a pretty easy experience with Invisalign discomfort, but one of the overcorrection trays was so tight when I tried to put it on that I legit thought it wasn't going to be able to get it on! I'd never experienced anything like that before. This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users Skip to main content. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. It was just very sudden. My teeth are like Hey there! I’m on day 9 of my first aligner (39 total) and the initial pain of the first days has long stopped. Most of the Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. There’s no sugar-coating the fact that you may feel some discomfort with Invisalign aligners. I got Invisalign because my teeth where over crowded and I had a big crater tooth. In some cases, it just takes time before seeing any improvement. They heavily medicated me and I even fell asleep during the procedure. Open menu Open navigation Go to Reddit Home. (If you’re teeth are I knew it would hurt e cause it’s moving my teeth around but the pain is unbearable, i can’t eat or sleep or drink it hurts so bad. Sports. This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users Premium Explore Gaming. 93K subscribers in the Invisalign community. I mentioned to my ortho that the last 2 trays were the only trays in my entire 1. I'd say I've only had disruptive discomfort (like I felt it all the time, woke at night, painkillers dulled but didn't resolve) at the beginning of the first two trays. Denture tablets are super cheap and useful - no need to buy “retainer” specialty cleaners. You can drink anything clear with them in. I get so many compliments on my smile now and before I felt like a prisoner trapped behind my smile not to be dramatic but it’s true. Never had one snap. First time it was a challenge to put them in, it took around 5 minutes. Or check it out in the app stores This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • contingentcolours. My orthodontist had moved offices from two doors down the same day I got mine on and was very distracted when setting Hi All, after years of debating it I’ve finally started the Invisalign process and got my first trays in today. 84K subscribers in the Invisalign community. Just started angel aligners less than an They usually go in fine the first few days with minimal discomfort, but then toward the end of the length of time I'm supposed to wear them, I suddenly develop pain / discomfort. I used to break floss between my teeth daily, and those days It was like a 3. ” If it’s really Don't know your age but i bailed once on my 13 (not Invisalign) and 10 years later i wanted Invisalign so i started all over. r/Invisalign A chip A close button. My first question is, should I be in pain/discomfort? I’ve read countless posts of people saying the first few days/weeks can be very painful. I accidentally unhooked them with my tongue a couple of times but it didn't hurt at all. Pain when biting down, especially in my molars. My teeth felt naked, but fine. Hopefully you are one of the lucky ones with minimal discomfort, but there is no way to know for sure. This wasn't expected (obviously). My dentist recommended spark over Invisalign and i just put on my first tray. Or check it out in the app stores How much discomfort is normal? I changed to tray 3 on monday evening, 14 trays 10 day changes. Some aligners just feel particularly tight when you first change them and then the first time you take them out your teeth may feel a little sensitive biting down on food. It feels kinda puffy and sore, maybe a bit rough? Has anyone else had this? It's not from sharp edges, I file them down. As I’m sure your dentist may have explained, ths promise for less pain and faster results comes from the vibrations of the vpro that when bitten down on, distributes even force for proper aligner seating (the faster results part) and less pain (gets blood flowing into I got Invisalign at age 28 and I am three years into treatment and it’s so freaking worth it. Not sure if Invisalign technology got better but it definitely was very rough and uncomfortable compared to spark. Today, while at the orthodontist, I moved from my last active Invisalign tray to a set of passive aligners. I personally feel it was worth it, you might have some discomfort but I’m super happy with how my teeth turned out. I’m a little shocked that the third tray is actually causing me some I find that constant discomfort makes me a bit nauseous as well so I can definitely relate, although it should go away soon. i have to wait hours after taking my tray out just to be able to drink some tea since my teeth are so sensitive that any movement hurts. I didn’t believe one word of it lol. Helps with the tightness and discomfort. A little discomfort for a couple days when I switch aligners but also exciting now because I see so much Do not let Invisalign run your life, live life normally with Invisalign. Thanks for all the tips and tricks you have posted. I have visited the orthodontist twice to have him smooth down Before and after 36 weeks 😩😊 - Just for everyone who's just started, or currently on the journey We know the pain, the discomfort, the moment when you trap your gum when trying to remove the aligners 😭 but keep going, you can do it, and when you're all finished, you'll be so grateful for it! Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I switch trays every 7 days but will soon be changing to every 5 days. He said "we can always take more off if we need to, but can never add back. I wore those aligners mostly at night with minimal discomfort. During Invisalign, your teeth and bite are constantly shifting and two much pressure on certain teeth can actually sprain them. I go back in April to see if I'm done. I had tooth pain from the tightness of my teeth and that’s totally gone. Or check it So im almost done with my invisalign and I have a peg lateral that is being fixed with a veneer. Hi everyone, I finished my Invisalign Posted by u/[Deleted Account] - 3 votes and 8 comments The first 2 weeks I had the most discomfort and it lasted several days. When I suck the aligners, they tighten up, and I'm thinking that's how they should feel all the time, but as soon as I let go, it goes back loose. That Posted by u/Training-Leopard-309 - 1 vote and 7 comments Posted by u/RedSox342 - 1 vote and 7 comments I've had invisalign for almost a year now, and I had metal braces for 2 years 13 years ago, so I think now I'm in a position to evaluate the pros and cons of both. Also my lips are SO chapped, something I already struggled with and had been using heavy duty lip balms to fix but now it’s even worse. I'm on my 3rd year of treatment, and hopefully my last set of trays. This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users r/Invisalign A chip A close button. Tonight, while brushing my teeth, I looked and I could've sworn my front bottom teeth had drifted slightly. Cold Compresses and Ice Packs This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • watermaloneyyy. Hey everyone, I just joined the Invisalign club and am currently on tray 3. 5 year Invisalign journey that caused significant discomfort - enough to impact what I ate and how often I was willing to endure the pain of taking out the trays for the first couple days of each. I was used to be super self conscious about the way my teeth looked. Get app Get the Reddit app Log In Log in to Reddit. And no, I don't have some super tolerance to pain. If I’m wearing Wow. Hey fellow invisaligners! I’m on day 3 on my Ok so I usually see people say to change trays at night but when I was going through the process I would find it better to change in the mornings. ADMIN MOD Tooth ache/discomfort . This kind of surprised me; I'd assumed the first one would hurt and heard that was likely going to be the case. I I’m on day 2 of my first set of aligners and want to know if the discomfort/strong pressure on my teeth ever gets better or if this is something everyone just gets used to? My orthodontist says that my first two trays (20 days) are just to get used to the feeling of the aligners with small adjustments but in 3 weeks I’ll go back to get the attachments and elastics. r/Invisalign 92K subscribers in the Invisalign community. Skip to main content. 86K subscribers in the Invisalign community. i did get slight IPR done at my 8 week check up and holy smokes, they still hurt almost a full week This is not a bacterial problem. These effects are typically short-lived and diminish as the wearer becomes accustomed to the aligners. Log In / Sign Up; Advertise on So far the trays themselves haven't caused pain or discomfort. Valheim Genshin Impact Minecraft Pokimane Halo Infinite Call of Duty: Warzone Path of Exile Hollow Knight: Silksong Escape from Tarkov Watch Dogs: Tylenol does nothing for me and between cramps, Invisalign discomfort, chronic migraines, and TMJ pain i take ibuprofen pretty often. I know this is a bit premature as I’m on ray two but the super super uncomfortable. With trays in, your teeth are generally safe, but your jaw will ache. So anyone who hasn't had theirs yet and thinks it's all smooth sailing Hi, my initial consult was free and included photographs of my teeth/bite and my facial profile etc, xrays, a quick oral health assessment, an explanation of what Invisalign entails/discussion of my concerns/desired outcome, a quote/financial options etc and my next appointment was booked in. I’m on tray 4 of 7 day changed. 04mm for each and that was enough. By the time I get to the Posted by u/Jack_FFF - 2 votes and 10 comments So I have finished my Invisalign treatments a few months ago (I had lots of gaps and an underbite) and I’m happy with the results, however I am Skip to main content. I've been biting 4-8 times per bite and Has anyone experienced weight loss from Invisalign? I’ve had Invisalign for 3 weeks and here is my experience. Hi there! As a dental assistant and cofounder of PUL, we give our patients the option to purchase a VPro at our Ortho office. It will take a week or 2 to adjust. I took a magnesium pill and within 5 minutes my discomfort subsided! I can definitely feel them but they haven't caused me any sort of discomfort. However since yesterday I’ve started feeling a bit of pain and discomfort on the left back teeth and also on my left ear. I’d personally would go with Invisalign, especially since you had them before. I paid 2K if you were also interested in the pricing My face looks much longer w trays in. Still in trial period and having some concerns, looking for advice 93K subscribers in the Invisalign community. It’s mainly been a bit uncomfortable and regular dull aches for me, plus a bit of the kinda discomfort from taking them out. I know that it is frustrating/painful to eat at the beginning, but you’ve got to do it! First few days are the absolute worst of the whole treatment. Wondering if anyone regrets getting this treatment? 2. View community ranking In the Top 5% of largest communities on Reddit. But they turned out to be right - I’m at tray 9 and here to tell you it’s definitely worth it, and it will all get so much easier and better within a few weeks! I also don’t have much pain. Your ortho puts these enamel-colored nubs on a few of your teeth that work to hold the tray in place. I believe it’s caused by two things: 1. Matthew Milestone is a certified Invisalign orthodontist who 264 votes, 66 comments. We had many patients experience something similar with their aligners and many times, it's because the edge of the aligner tray may not have been totally smoothed down during the manufacturing process. When I put the retainer on, sure enough, there was discomfort right on those teeth. These anti-inflammatories slow down tooth movements and may delay progress. ADMIN MOD Angel Aligners . You will learn how to take them out in 15 seconds eventually, figure out the cleaning regimen that works for you (I use clear dish soap and a baby toothbrush or the Invisalign packets if I had to do a quick brush/floss while eating out after I get home), and know how long each tray feels weird or gives you discomfort when you change (4 days for This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising 91K subscribers in the Invisalign community. The aligners felt very tight on me for maybe a few hours, minor discomfort, but then after they felt fine. A cheaper option: SmileWhite . My experience of Invisalign Lite (14 trays) - a cautionary tale. NFL NBA Megan Anderson Atlanta Hawks Posted by u/lostinthesass - 122 votes and 56 comments Invisalign had called for . Even if you’re not getting Invisalign for cosmetic purposes, having your teeth shifted makes It much easier to clean your teeth. The first time (after 2 years of Invisalign) my normal dentist diagnosed a traumatic occlusion and the orthodontist had me in back in aligners for months after. Other than tooth soreness, sensitive, and some discomfort with chewing (my bite is all wonky after starting Invisalign), I don't notice much pain (like I said, more discomfort). With the second tray, it would hurt taking off or putting on my aligners and I couldn’t eat crunchy stuff, and well, I Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. That way, the initial discomfort takes place while you’re asleep and you get a full 7/8 hours of consecutive wear. " There was no pain at all when he used the drill or the file. Many people that get dental braces or clear aligners experience tooth sensitivity, pain or discomfort during their treatment. Second, you can bevel/file the edges of your tray so they are more comfortable by purchasing a coarse emory board from a drugstore. i’m on like tray 10 so shouldn’t it have gotten better??? also i never would have signed up and payed so much money if Last night I was having severe discomfort in my jaw from always feeling like its tensed up/clenched/etc. This can cause some discomfort or even pain. This will be the case no matter which type of orthodontic I started Invisalign yesterday morning and I feel absolutely nothing. But this 8th tray I dread putting them back in due to the initial pain and discomfort. I don’t mind the pressure it’s actually alright but the aligners feel super weird in my mouth not to mention where it cuts off feels like it’s cutting my mouth, I don’t know I have annoying sensory issues and I can tell I can get used to it but just wondering where I am about to change to tray 6, and haven't experienced anywhere near as much discomfort on any tray change days since getting tray 1. It's a place to share ideas, tips, tricks or secrets as well as show off collections. First, talk to your provider if it really is “unbearable” pain. Common side effects include mild discomfort, initial speech changes, and a feeling of pressure on the teeth. Thus I am stuck in situation where I can’t get attachments. I'm now 100% it was because I had just had the attachments put on. I only feel discomfort when it's removed. Discomfort . Or check it out in the app stores pain/discomfort is pre-occupying . 1. Or check it out in the app stores Tongue discomfort . I had 19 attachments put on my teeth today, and removing the aligners to eat is extremely painful. When I started invisalign everyone on this sub kept saying it’s worth it, and to give it time. I recommend pure lanolin for anyone wondering. New comments cannot be Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. My dentist will be mailing me the entire set to start on even though I have no attachments My dentist actually didn’t give me any explanation other than “we will remove these attachments and put in some new ones”. and join one Does anyone have any tips to minimize the discomfort or to help relieve it? Keep wearing it, please don't remove it even if you feel discomfort or else it'll become worse. Occasionally I find myself running my tongue over the aligners in my mouth but when I'm busy I don't even remember they are there. Related Topics 13 votes, 27 comments. I feel like most of the pain with Invisalign is probably the actual twisting of Today I took off my retainer in the morning and went about my day. Tray Discomfort . No sores, no pain. I woke up when I heard that saw though 😂 The worst part was the numbing tbh. Premium Powerups Explore Gaming. Or check it out in the app stores Home This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • upbeet_downbeet . But, why, what are the causes, and does it mean something is going wrong with your treatment? 79K subscribers in the Invisalign community. I’m only just learning that most people don’t have this thing. I Skip to main content. On the other hand, I have heard nothing but bad things about the Invisalign Vivera retainers, both from this Subreddit, and elsewhere, whether it be discomfort, pain, tightness, looseness, and worst of all, teeth shifting, no matter how vigilantly you wear them . The truth is, Invisalign aligners aren’t painful in themselves. They are cut to be at or right below the gum line. The reason is when you change your trays at night, they’re in your mouth for 8-12 hours straight. - I used to have a gap between my front teeth for example. Or check it out in the app stores Home This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • gucci_sIides . I am on Day 12, on my second tray and feeling like I need a pep talk. I’m here on day 3 and all I’ve felt of anything is a mild pressure that’s I'm only 10 hours into my first tray and I already want this to be over. I think if you have problematic lateral incisors and canines you might be a bit more wary of giving Invisalign a go, especially if you must extrude those teeth. I just started invisalign 2 days ago im on the first set out of 31 and I've noticed that i strangely enjoy how it feels? It hurts almost unbearably bad to take them out or to push on my teethsince theyre so sensitive from it so I dont likethath but I cant help but feel like the pain of the invisalign being in is comforting, like how it feels to do a really good stretch. As your teeth adjust to the Invisalign treatment, the pain should start to dissipate. For pain or discomfort Do not take NSAIDS (Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Aspirin, etc). If you tell them your problem areas maybe they can cut a little lower. I think I’m gonna miss it when I’m done lol 3 months in and having a really hard time with the sensory aspect and discomfort, could use advice or guidance Started treatment in late March and am really struggling. No pain though, just a bit of discomfort with some trays. For some people, Invisalign won't do the job right, or it won't do it nearly as fast as traditional braces. Open menu Hopefully you get it corrected soon. ADMIN MOD Day 3. I'm not confident that it'll be a short fix either. I like it a lot though. After reading everything here I’d thought I’d be in so much pain but it’s been 10 hours Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I Is it acceptable to start Invisalign without attachments even though the trays have indentations/slots for attachments? I can’t start my Invisalign treatment properly because of covid-19. I believe I would have gained a better result using fixed braces, but, Invisalign was faster and gave a sense of increased control (able to remove, was given full set of aligners in one go). This is true. But I imagine the product is essentially the same as Invisalign (some Invisalign fanboys on this sub will probably downvote me for saying that). It took almost 20min to Try to put new trays in right before going to bed. For example I have 1 day left (of 10 days total) on tray 9 and just today my upper right molars began to ache and feel slightly painful, and the entire time I've work the tray for the past week and a half it was Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Idk if anyone else has experienced this, but for my first 7 trays I had little to no discomfort, I would always see post about the pain of trays and could never relate. Here are seven ways to soothe your mouth and continue on your path to straighter teeth with less pain. Makes me want to just go to bed and forget these trays. This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other I have this quite often with Invisalign. 0 coins. ADMIN MOD End of tray discomfort . Get a vibrating device to go eventually faster. I just got invisalign and I am on day 4 of tray 1. . Definitely call your ortho if it’s causing discomfort you can’t live with. I’m now at tray 17/20 and honestly the changes are FAST and PAINFUL. So I started Invisalign 7 weeks ago and have 26 weeks yet, but the thing is after switching trays I’ve been feeling minimal pain and not noticing any changes, the first weeks hurt but after that I would feel only tightness for 10-15 minutes when putting a new tray, and then won’t feel any tightness at all for the rest of the days until I change into a new tray. Log In / Sign Up; Advertise on Reddit; I'm on Day 4 of Tray 1 and still getting used to things. Whether I am chewing on salad or a piece of chicken, using my incisors or grinding on my molars, there's discomfort. Question So I just got my Invisalign on it really is so different for everyone. I had some slight discomfort while the numbing was wearing off, but Ibuprofen took care of it. When my mouth is resting, it feels like the aligners are touching, and I keep moving my tongue around Posted by u/MissKnucklehead - 1 vote and 7 comments Gotta say though there is some serious discomfort/pain in my upper front teeth. I'm doing invisalign now because I didn't wear my retainers when I was a kid so some of my teeth moved but not all of them did. I can’t wait to put on the next tray so I can feel that pressure. That said, I was using Spark, which I understand is not as aggressive with moving teeth as I've heard Invisalign tends to be. But Hi, just started Invisalign. I’m not having issues with pain, but I am constantly uncomfortable in more of a sensory way (I do have sensory processing issues). Or check it out in the app stores This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • sophisticatedsavior. the first three weeks were absolute hell however, i’ve never had braces and i’m almost 30, plus, i have attachments on just about every tooth including bands so most of it was from the mouth sores. It is the mechanics of pain from pushing the teeth around and neurotransmitters signalling discomfort to the brain and gut even if that discomfort isn't very strong it is constant when you have invisalign in. She said that at the very beginning of the appointment, at least 10 minutes before she actually started to remove them, so I was actually completely unaware she was in the process of removing them until I smelled the plastic. ADMIN MOD Is there something wrong with my Invisalign, just got them today and have felt no soreness at all lol . When the quest for a perfect smile comes with the discomfort of Invisalign, it's essential to have a toolbox of remedies at your disposal. I hate it but it’s worth it. The actual tray in place feels fine. I'm on tray 5 and for the last few weeks I've been noticing that my tongue is irritated at the back. 315 votes, 79 comments. I'm 9 months in now and it's old hat. Love from a guy who want to fix his smile because of how beautiful he finds people with perfect smiles. Is this normal or has anyone else experienced this? I’m getting paranoid that because they’re not hurting they’re not I honestly never got used to the trays and I’m on week 10. I regret getting therm more days than not, BUT! I was having jaw pain from checking that has been gone since the second week. I’m trying to think of I got Invisalign at age 28 and I am three years into treatment and it’s so freaking worth it. So, I have definitely felt mild soreness when switching to a new aligner for about a day but usually about day 4 on that tray, the aligners start to feel very weird and uncomfortable - not painful just annoyingly uncomfortable. And Aligners are weak and slow compared to fixed braces. Of course it is an assessement based on my own experience, but I think it may be useful for folks deciding which treatment to choose! Pain/discomfort: Invislign clearly wins on this It's very common with ortho, your teeth are sore from the movements so the natural response is to apply pressure to it (like when you hit your knee on something, you hold it and rub it to relieve the discomfort). Tray 1 was painful and i read alot about it getting better. I'm so happy to be Invisalign does suck for a lot of people, especially those who are more sensitive. I also have soreness along my gums. I had braces twice as a kid. Log In / Sign Up; Advertise on Reddit ; Shop Collectible Avatars; Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. If you are experiencing minor discomfort, Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is ok to take. I just noticed that when I remove tray 2 to eat, my teeth are sore. I am an Invisalign clencher, and some mornings I wake up with pain in my molars (NOT like the usual Invisalign soreness) that's VERY similar to the pain of a hairline fracture. 5/10 for me. The pain/discomfort only last a couple of days! I’m near the end of week 2 and forget I have them in since I don’t feel any pain/discomfort. My first tray — the one I’m on — hurt so bad to start, but I quickly adapted. The top tray didn't fit, so I just have the bottom tray A couple days ago I went in to get my attachments off and finish my treatment basically. If you’re on a tight budget and looking for a cheaper option, check out Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Log In / Sign Up; Advertise on Reddit; Shop Collectible Avatars; Get the Reddit I would say more "discomfort"/pressure than actual pain so don't worry about that. Twice I've had the discomfort worsen around day 4. You can still to out to eat and go to events and still have fun. Even my friends who know I have Invisalign don't notice it or know when I have them in. Log In / Sign Up; Advertise on 90K subscribers in the Invisalign community. I would get a consultation and bring up all concerns. I wanted to do whitening and my dentist suggested zoom since it would give immediate results so we could go ahead and match the veneer after. Removing is not hard, you Posted by u/ZenBoss18 - 1 vote and 2 comments I’m almost 24 hours in and I have had no pain whatsoever, I’m finding it easy to speak, only had a slight lisp when I first put them in and the only time I’ve experienced discomfort is when I’m taking them out. Or check it out in the app stores This community provides (unofficial) support for those using Invisalign! *Other aligner company users are also welcome, but refrain from advertising Members Online • Medium_Possession_40. I've managed to keep it in check so far by practicing constantly relaxing my jaws; the pain goes away after a day or two of concentrated relaxation. Invisalign is painful at times, but braces were much worse. Log In / Sign Up; Advertise on My first full day with the aligners was today. I honestly just thought these were a part of the whole process of Invisalign and didn’t question it. I just started tray 2 and similarly to tray 1, I have a little discomfort when eating and have to chew gently. In addition to that, I know for a fact that my provider is lying to me, as she I'm reaching out to see if I can solicit some advice on how to deal with daily discomfort I'm Advertisement Coins. In I had Invisalign about 10 years ago and for personal reasons, I didn’t complete my refinements or Skip to main content. If you’re looking for Invisalign in New Jersey, look no further than Milestone Orthodontics! Dr. Or was there anything during or after the process, you weren't expecting? 3. it’s been over a year on one week changes and i’ve never had issues tracking Whenever I had soreness from trays it would be after putting a new one in (and usually I'd be able to tell by how tight it felt either as a whole or on particular teeth/areas that it was going to cause some discomfort) it would take a few hours to feel discomfort and that discomfort typically would only last 2 days on average before it felt pretty much fine. But they are gradually moving and aligning your teeth which may result in mild pain and some discomfort. Bad bite. If you are getting your teeth straightened with Invisalign, sensitive teeth may be an issue for you. First of all, I can’t speak to Spark because I haven’t used it. nzhas oewj cuupvf lhl yhqps zvqhl crfur ngikbue djvwb xgudyc