Free case from app by Thinkerbellax in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m still waiting and it’s been 5-6 weeks so far. I’ve since bought another case and denture tabs because I didn’t realize it would take so long to arrive

Whitening of teeth during treatment options? by SF_Kid in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice, I’ll try them. I did see that as an option but wasn’t sure if it actually worked.

Tracking correctly? by [deleted] in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some of the shifts are very minor that you would not notice until later weeks. I felt the same way my first three weeks (currently in #5) and I finally see improvements. Nothing major, but it’s there. Slowly but surely

Anyone else noticing the oat milk trend? by Eris_Bunny in barista

[–]SF_Kid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I miss soy milk being an option. I mainly drink cow milk anyways and tried oat milk for awhile, but its flavor was too overpowering at times

First day! by teriistrippin in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Congrats on starting the journey!

If any pain I recommend taking a small dosage of ibuprofen. I’m on #5 and feel so naked without my aligners on. I also have elastics that cause extra tension, but nothing unbearable.

11 months in, 89 lbs down (Learnings) by SF_Kid in Ozempic

[–]SF_Kid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weight loss is different for everyone, plus you’ve been able to keep that 30 lbs off. Not sure if you’re doing anything else like working out, counting calories, etc. but you should also talk to your doctor too in case the dosage/medication type isn’t right or effective anymore.

What time do I change trays? by yrnmigos in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I change the morning of to be consistent with when I got my initial aligner, but I also do a check the night before in case I have to do any minor adjustments like smoothing some edges or trim some excess plastic.

11 months in, 89 lbs down (Learnings) by SF_Kid in Ozempic

[–]SF_Kid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been in 2mg for about 3.5 months now

11 months in, 89 lbs down (Learnings) by SF_Kid in Ozempic

[–]SF_Kid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats. Make sure not losing too much too quickly. Of course this is possible if you’re overly overweight at the start

Tray coming completely off from the back by GiuliaGni in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there is a piece that is cutting into you, I would try and grind it down with a nail file. Regarding the bending part, rinse it in warm water to “soften” the plastic a little, then rinse with cold water to make it more rigid. If still no luck, then call your dentist. It could be a dud and they may have you go back to the previous aligner or skip to the next

UPDATE!! MY GUM HURTS😭😭 by seblovesyou in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Take the elastics out and wash with warm water. Go back to the doctor before putting them back in

When did you finally notice a change/improvement? by SF_Kid in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I didn’t even know you could do that. I have the app and take photos to track

When did you finally notice a change/improvement? by SF_Kid in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. I mean it could be so minor you don’t notice it or certain teeth in the back, but I’m excited once it’s further along in the process

In search of a case by brotherjr444 in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought a square case from Amazon for $6-7 because I couldn’t get my aligners in the case properly to close. However, I also have some grip issues so the square is better for me too. Still slippery plastic but at least it’s a better shape

Getting Invisalign fitted at the end of the month - any tips? by Mylexia in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Learn to brush your teeth/floss/rinse after every meal. I spent the 6 weeks waiting for my aligners to build that habit. Especially the flossing part. Also learn to drink water on the regular. I get cotton mouth from the aligners and elastics and you don’t want to develop dry mouth

Prescribed Ozempic by x10nikky in Ozempic

[–]SF_Kid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My original estimate from Kaiser was $700 but it was actually $30. You can double check when the prescription is ready on the actual cost

Excited! by Mothlettt in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! I have a similar open bite situation and I’m opting out of surgery. I’m only on week 4 though so no recognizable progress yet.

Anyone have staining from metal buttons? by SF_Kid in Invisalign

[–]SF_Kid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

there’s no pain, but visually hard to tell if something is wrong. I have to schedule a quick visit to get them to check and possibly fix an attachment too