Every two weeks I have to start another tray and although they are tight the first day or so, the pain is bearable. I thought that I wouldn't do well with eating, brushing my teeth, and the aligners back in my mouth.
The only problem that I seem to be having is putting the aligners in after having lunch at the mall. You have to be careful to not leave your aligners in a napkin because they will be tossed out.
I am finding that there are a few changes happening when I change into a new tray. This is going to be a long process that is for sure.
I have been using different products for the care of these aligners and to keep my mouth clean and fresh. Flossing every day is really important. I use string floss but I also use a water flosser.
Smile Brilliant has a great dental probiotic that has been very effective at preventing me from having bad breath so I make that a part of my routine every day.
My aligners are made of plastic so I have to be very careful about how I handle them. I have been instructed not to rinse them under hot water because it could ruin them.
Below are some questions that people ask about dental aligners.
Why are teeth aligners so expensive?
They are expensive because people have to be trained to make the aligners and it takes a certain skill to get it right to fit your teeth correctly. At-home aligners are a little cheaper than going to your dentist and they still work.
Are aligners safe?
They are safe but you must visit your dentist to make sure that your teeth are healthy enough to use aligners.
Which clear aligners are the best?
I use Alignerco so I don't know about the other clear aligner companies but Alignerco is the least expensive option. They also have a day and a nighttime option. So if you don't want to wear dental aligners all day you can get the nighttime aligners and only wear them at night. This is good for people who are busy so they do not have to change their aligners throughout the day.
How long do aligners take to be made?
When I finally got approved to get my aligners, it took four or more weeks for them to be sent to me.
Do you like Alignerco?
I was very upset with Alignerco at first because taking the impressions and getting them right was a pain in the neck. Honestly, I didn't think that I would like them at all. The process is easier once you receive your aligners. So far, I am pretty pleased with them. If this changes, I will give you all an update.
If you have tried Alignerco and finished your treatment, please comment and let me know what you think about the company and how your teeth turned out.
