curious about invisalign

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#1 Post by **jenns91civic** » Sat Dec 10, 2005 4:29 pm

I've never seen an invisalign aligner so I'm just curious. Can someone take a picture of one and post it? Or better yet, a pic of one from early in treatment and one from later because I'd like to see how they change. Are they rigid or somewhat flexible? Yeah I'm weird, just curious. Thanks,

Jenn

#2 Post by **lollyg888** » Fri Mar 17, 2006 2:55 pm

They are somewhat rigid and almost completely clear. They have a funny swirly pattern to them, but I'm guessing that helps it blend into the tooth. (If it were clear without a design it might look more unnatural.)

I didn't attach a picture, but you can see what an aligner looks like by visiting the Invisalign website.

I too would be interested in seeing someone's first and last tray to see how different they are. In fact, at my next appointment, I intend to see my last tray. I want to see what Invisalign envisions my finish to be.

Thanks!

#3 Post by **jenrdh** » Sun Mar 19, 2006 1:53 am

Hi To me it looks like a night guard. My best friend just finish with her treatment. She had braces when she was younger, but her front teeth flare out and had some open spaces. Now she looks great. It only took a few months. I think it a great. However it not for everyone. It seems it good for light ortho movement.

Good Luck Jenrdh