I've spent the past weeks thinking about my decision to get Invisalign. I now realized that I have been thinking about getting my teeth fixed for the past 8 years - WOW! Anyway, the time is finally right, the financial gods have aligned themselves, and I'm taking the plunge. After starting the process, I practically bounded out of the dentist's office, I was so excited. I had my x-rays and impressions done almost three weeks ago, and I heard from the dentist's office that she approved the final this past week. That means I should hopefully get the first aligners this week coming. I wish I had searched for another blogger's review of her experience with Invisalign prior to taking the plunge, but in actuality, it would have only reaffirmed my decision. As I've spent this long focusing on the state of my teeth and how I really hate the way they look, especially in pictures, I'm glad to think that in less than a year from now, I'll have a smile that I like and am comfortable with. I am also hoping that I can finally put my nailbiting habit to rest (highly likely) and that the lack of available convenience snacking might lead to losing a few pounds. Naturally, the straight teeth are the number one priority, though.
Many people close to me have said that they don't understand why I am going through this. It's easy to see close up that my teeth are far from perfect, but most people tend not to notice that my teeth could use the help in everyday situations. All things considered this is a personal decision that I've made and no one has to live with my decisions but me.
If anyone has any questions, I will try to answer them promptly and honestly. I know that many people aren't happy with their teeth, and I am far from alone in having considered this decision for a long time.
As I mentioned, there is another blog about an Invisalign experience, but as everyone is different, I thought it would be helpful to include my experience, as well. I know that I like to get as much information as possible before making a decision.
My dentist says after the Invisalign is done, we'll do laser surgery to even out my gumline. I'm not opposed to that at all - I want my smile to be perfect after this investment and that's another part of my smile that I am not happy with!
Here are some "before" pics of my teeth.
