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Just another update, in case there is anyone following along or ever in a situation like this. Went back in again today, as there was no progress. Still in pain, etc. Talked over all my symptoms, thoughts, questions, etc. He told me that if I am in pain wearing the aligners, stop wearing them. If th...

Had my follow-up appointment today and talked to him again about the jaw pain. I have always had pain only in my right jaw, and over the past week have started developing tightness/locking in my right jaw as well (never, ever had it there). He made me a new nightguard appliance today, and I am to we...

Thanks, Wireless. You definitely bring up some good points, many of the same concerns I have to discuss when I go back next week. I definitely don't plan to make a rash decision that could cause more problems down the road, and I really trust my provider. I know he will lead me to the best decision ...

Thanks for your response. In the beginning, I was told I was a better candidate for Invisalign - I asked that question specifically - but I cannot remember the exact reasons (or if I was even told why). Financially, paying more is not an option and to be very honest, traditional braces are not reall...

I dont post here often, but I read frequently - I am currently on set number 19 out of 29 (both U and L). I started this treatment because of TMJ issues. My bite was off and I had crowding on the bottom, and after years of using a nightguard (no longer helping) we decided to try fixing my bite to al...

Thank you so much for your experience and response. I do think that is all it is, and hopefully the hygenist will be able to remove it all when I see her in a few weeks! I also got out my Sonicare toothbrush (which I got lazy about using pre-Invisalign) and I will see if that helps in the meantime. ...

Hello all, newbie here. I am starting trays number 8/29 (U & L) this evening. The information I have read here has definitely been so helpful in this journey! I am hoping I can get some feedback about this current issue I am having. All of a sudden, I am noticing brown spots/stains on a few of m...