BRACES WILL BE COMING OFF & INVISALIGN INCOMING | EVERYTHING IS CHANGING | Braces Journal
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
- Hey Guys,
What a few days it has been!! We certainly went from not a lot happening for a while to a lot has happening all at once!! There is so much information to take in and to process now that we take this new path on my braces journey!!
Looking forward to what is coming and sharing it all with you guys!!
Continue/join me on my journey to my perfect smile!!
Ciao!!
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I ended up watching it all (whoops; it's so late) no horror stories?! Try 3 years of Invisalign and subsequently switching ;) - although, I put that down to my first ortho being crap! What I will say is that my present ortho, who is amazinggggg, does not offer Invisalign as she believes that patients' expectations are often too high and Invisalign often can't sort out more complex issues, despite their advancements. I haven't heard of people ever going from traditional braces to Invisalign... But best of luck - switching to ceramics was the best thing I did - mine are coming off as soon as I return to TH next week 😉
Same here! I had a complex case and Invisalign failed me, wasted so much money and time. On fixed braces month 8 now! Of course it’s my individual case, best of luck Roberto! Will be watching your progress!
Firstly Ash… congrats on your braces coming off!! They look amazing and I’m super happy for you!! And you’ll never guess what!! As I was uploading the video I thought of you straight away and I knew you’d comment and I was waiting for it!! When I start the Invisalign process, I’m going to have so many questions for you!! After remembering your Invisalign journey, I suppose the saving grace for me is that (1) it’s going to be no extra cost and (2) if they don’t work, I’ll revert back to braces. Otherwise sure I’d have more reservations!! Exciting nonetheless and I apologise in advance for my avalanche of questions to come!!
@@Seraphin.a Hey AW Morrison!! Thanks so much and you know what, that’s exactly what I was worried about and more complications is the last thing I want!! And I’m very lucky that it’s not going to cost me any extra money and if it doesn’t work, I’d go back to braces!! I may come back to you with questions when I know I’ll be switching!!
@@robertosjournals you've got this, Roberto. 😍
👀👀👀! Just 5 mins in; I will watch the rest tomorrow!
When a new dentist takes over nine times out of 10 they always will prescribe a brand new treatment plan. Usually it means that the patient will have to shell out a lot more money. Especially when giving the option of a different treatment method such as Invisalign. Make sure you get something in writing that your payment amount and timetable will remain the same. Congratulations on getting your braces off to get Invisalign. I just got rubber bands in my mouth too. My biggest problem is in taking the rubber bands off when I eat because I forget they are in my mouth. I look forward to the next several months of your treatment.
Thanks for the update. I'm excited for you for the invisalign. When I really start researching braces I was looking at invisalign, but with them you have to be extremely disciplined. Now that I have learned about my bite; my deep bite specifically, idk that I would be a good candidate for invisalign. Good luck to you and I forward to the updates! I also can't wait to join the adult braces club!
Thank you so much and updates coming soon!! I sent you a reply on your previous comment Robbie :)
Hope you start seeing the progress you wanted to! 👍🏼 I’m 4 months in and already feel so inpatient
Hey Catty SVN!! The impatience is annoying right!! It does get easier to manage I promise!! How’s your progress in your first 4 months?! Have you noticed any big changes so far?!
@@robertosjournals yes I can already see them straightening up already and my overbite has already stated to improve and we haven’t even started with using bands yet, so looking good so far!! 😀
@@02rennisonc amazing stuff!! Any progress is always exciting to see and I’m so happy for you so far!! Have you been taking some pictures to track your progress?!
I'm doing the other way around, years of invisalign, massive health issues, and now change orthodontist and switch to braces because invisalign ain't doing great to my teeth/bones/health and no good results... permanent damages... so hope it went well for you
Wow, I am happy for you, hope it goes well :) And I am so happy that I found your channel 😊 I got my braces in April and now my midline, which was all OK before braces, is shifting away 😀 Thanks to you I know that it can happen and can be adjusted later, otherwise I would be totally freaked out that something is very wrong 😀 Thanks a lot for your updates and all the best! Cheers from Estonia!
Tere Kadi!! Aitah :)
I totally thought the same with you about my midline and I’m so happy I was able to experience it myself so that I can explain to you and others that’s it’s okay!! Thank you so much again Kadi and speak again soon!!
Wow, what a change in plans! Sounds like a care team that considers holistic care and top notch! I'm approaching the 6 month mark, coming up on adjustment number 4 in two weeks. I'll get brackets on my back molars and power bands to close the new gaps that have shown up as they try to get my arch shape perfected.
John!! Remind me is this going to be the first time you get power bands?! If so - just an advance warning of pain management during your first few days!! It’s a totally different experience and you’ll need to choose your foods carefully!! Sorry if you’ve already had power chains and I’ve just taught you to suck eggs 😂 your teeth must be getting along alright now right?!
@@robertosjournals Yep, this will be my first power bands experience (tomorrow!). I'm nervous about the pain but I've stocked up on yogurt, soups, etc. As far as appearance, I can tell a big difference in the arch shape in just a few months and my orthodontist says my teeth moved faster than he anticipated. So I'm hopeful that I won't have the power bands for long, and then it's just fine tuning.
@@johntippins this is amazing yesss!! Good luck again and love the stocking up of yoghurt and soups!! I feel ya!! And don’t be too nervous about it - yes it will be painful yes but after the initial shock, it’s more uncomfortable than painful and just simply annoying that you won’t be able to chew!! You got this!!
@@robertosjournals Had my adjustment on Tuesday, today is Friday and it's not too terrible. I'm able to eat soft solids with my molars, but biting down on something like a sandwich is still a bit tender. However that's not the big news.... the big news is that we went in a somewhat new direction for my lower teeth!
Long story short I'm missing an adult second bicuspid on my lower right side (just never came in when I lost a baby tooth) and originally we were just going to try to even out the spacing as much as we could rather than pull a tooth on the other side for symmetry. But my orthodontist measured and there's actually enough space to get an implant or a bridge to make my smile more symmetrical. So we decided to place a spring to push teeth forward to close a few smaller gaps and make room for a fake tooth later!
My orthodontist said the spring would exert more pressure than the bands but the movement would happen a lot faster. So I'm in a little more discomfort now, but pain is beauty, I guess!
@@johntippins ah amazing!! Funny how we start our braces journey thinking it’s going to go according to the initial plan and then we get thrown curve balls!! But that’s pretty cool though with the direction your ortho wants to go!! And sounds like your ortho is pretty decent too!! And yas - pain is beauty indeed!!
Oh wow!!! I can’t wait t for you to explain the whole take off process of ceramic braces. I’ve had a few brackets repositioned and it’s made me feel weird about having the whole lot off! Also welcome to the elastic club, it’s a whole new ball game right?.
Oh Claire!! These elastics are no joke!! I have a fear of them snapping and hitting the face of the person I’m talking to!! I must look so funny now when I laugh as I’m so cautious of opening my mouth too much!! Getting used to them now though. Do you keep them on when you eat?! I’ve been told to only remove them when I brush my teeth but they just get in the way so much when eating that I have to take them off. What’s your ortho suggested to you?!
@@robertosjournals I’ve had them snap in my mouth and ping against my cheeks and lips! I started with posterior box elastics for a month back in May and got told to wear them all the time bar brushing, I managed to snack with them in but for meals I took them out. Then the next month I got changed to an anterior box elastic and that was a ball ache!! It just kept rolling up into my gum and was sooooo annoying! I got told to wear it as much as I could because my Ortho knew full well how annoying it was gonna be and how much more it’s in the way. But I saw it out and wore it all the time bar eating and brushing and after 6 weeks of it I’ve got rid because my front teeth have come together really nicely and been put back on the posterior box elastics. I’m super speedy at putting them in now and don’t even need a mirror lol. I also got told it only looks like I need a couple more appointments!!
@@clairesimons3025 oh Claire it’s not just me then with the elastics snapping and pinging places!! Haha oh we do laugh and only people like us who have experienced it will ever know just how funny this is!! And thanks for letting me know too re removing before eating - I suppose if I remember to put them back in promptly then it’s fine I guess!!
And how super exciting knowing you only have a few more appointments to go!! Amazing news!!
How exciting! I have around 3 weeks until my appointment to have my braces removed…based on the way my teeth are, I think it’ll be a longer wait! So excited for you, Roberto. Excited to see the transformation
Thanks Jade!! And exciting news for you that it’s just round the corner for yours to come off!! I bet you’re just itching for the confirmation date and then finally get them off!! I’m so excited for you eeeekk!!
@@robertosjournals one week to go until they’re supposed to come off but can’t see it happening! I have 2 very teeny gaps that aren’t closing - in between my front teeth and the one next to it! Hopefully when I go next week she’ll be able to fix the gaps and update the date they’ll be coming off. 😅 Just watched your recent videos- your teeth are looking fab! So excited to see how this recent adjustment changes your smile
@@jadedarlington7899 ahh thanks Jade and I am excited too and just can’t wait to get back to on track!! And I bet you’re just at that last hurdle where everything just seems to be taking so much longer as you’re right there with the finish line in sight!! Hoping your gaps close soon!!
@@robertosjournals had my adjustment today - 6 more weeks! Back in elastics and a much tighter power chain. Keeping my fingers crossed! 🤞🏻
@@jadedarlington7899 oh my goodness that’s so close!! Super excited for you!!
Very happy for you! I will be getting adult braces (ceramic on top, metal on bottom) in two weeks. I am an older woman (69!) and had traditional braces as a teen, but my bite has shifted. I am terrified, yet excited, and I hope I have good results for all this money and projected discomfort. Any advice is welcome!
Hey Marilynne!! I am so excited for you!! It’s been a few weeks since I’ve been able to get onto here on UA-cam - have you had your braces put in yet?! My two biggest pieces of advice are (1) pain management - make sure you have some painkillers handy (if you are able to) and some orthodontic wax ready should your braces rub against the inside of your mouth and (2) have a repertoire of soft food meals prepared for when your braces are sensitive that you are unable to chew on harder foods!!
If you experience anything else, please let me know and I can do my best to help advise you!! Good luck and your teeth are going to be amazing once it’s all done and dusted!!
Hey Roberto! Top braces have been in for 20 days. I have had only minor discomfort, a couple of headaches and some pressure, but inside my mouth is still fine. I don't go back until December 12, so we will see what fresh hell is released in my mouth, lol!
I've done a lot of research and spoken to a lot of dentists, and I've heard fixed braces will always be a better choice over invasalign. I know a lot of ppl who have had invasalign done and they've never gotten their 'perfect' smile, just something very close to it. Invasalign takes a lot of discipline, and most ppl tend to extend the treatment time needed than what was initially planned. I hope it works out for you though.
Hey Anna!! You are totally right and I’ll let you into a little secret, I’m definitely struggling with the discipline right now!! I haven’t got my Invisalign yet and still on my retainer to keep my teeth in place until I get my Invisalign. And it’s so easy to take them off and forget to put them back in!! I just hope that I’ll be more strict when I get the Invisalign!! And also, I’m very lucky that my ortho has said that if I don’t feel like the Invisalign is making decent progress moving forward, then going back home I braces could be an option!!
@@robertosjournalsThat's very lucky your ortho is offering that option considering the cost of invasalign treatment too! There's pros and cons to both treatments, hopefully it will work out for you! 😊
@@annaly3 me too!! Thanks Anna!! And I can’t wait to fully experience both and to be able to go truly compare and share with you guys!!
Your teeth looks great, gonna be amazing when you're all done. I've had my ceramic braces for almost 4 weeks now. Hate that I didnt pick invisalign. I have a tense upper lip so my mouth cant close naturally with all of these huge brackets in my mouth. 😀 So my jaw and lips, pretty much my whole bottom face is just strained and tired all the time.
Hey Linus!! Thanks so much!! And I totally know that feeling with your mouth!! I promise it will settle to where your mouth will feel comfortable again. And then you’ll go through that entire process all over again after you first few adjustments and then it’ll be all okay!! Have you noticed any major changes in your first month at all?!
@@robertosjournals Hehe, yeah it feels much better now. Yeah, my only real problem before getting braces was overjet upper front teeth. And i have crowding on my bottom front. The change is amazing, so fast! I havent even been to my first checkup yet or put in my bottom braces. Already super happy about the evolution of my front teeth!
@@linussvensson8005 it goes so quickly right!! Our teeth change so quickly that we don’t even notice it!! Have you been taking progress pictures to track it all?! If not I’d recommend you do!!
Good luck!
Thank you so much 😊