This is a sponsored post. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
When I was growing up, I remember looking forward to getting braces, because a beautiful smile makes a great first impression. I especially looked forward to metal braces, because I thought they looked so cool with those colored rubberbands around the metal (I was nine).
When I was eleven I finally got them, and I was thrilled… but after a while the novelty wore off. Between an altered face shape (I always looked like I was grimacing), being called metal mouth, and mouth sores or food getting stuck, I couldn’t wait to get them off. When I was prescribed glasses, it was especially bad- a 12 year old with braces and large owl glasses was not a pretty sight.
I wasn’t too long after that clear braces came out, which were a slight cosmetic improvement, and soon after, Invisalign. Everyone was curious about them, including me. I thought about having my shifting smile reset with Invisalign, because there is no way I’m going to ever sport metal braces again. Now that time has passed, more orthodontists are developing expertise with Invisalign, and there are many success stories out there, it’s clear that there is a new way to get a beautiful smile, and for most of us, it’s highly preferred.
The benefits of Invisalign? They look better. You can take them off (for a photo, to play sports, to brush your teeth). You don’t have to worry that accidentally getting bonked in the mouth will result in bloody sores, and there are no food restrictions. Invisalign is a series of nearly invisible, removable “aligners” that are used to gradually straighten teeth without metal or wires, and it’s used for both teens and adults. Even more challenging problems are being successfully treated with Invisalign, and more than two million Invisalign cases worldwide are currently being treated or are completed.
I have two sons who are athletically inclined already, so I’m happy to have an option they can remove when playing sports, for picture day, or anytime there is a need. There is also an Invisalign “express” option for smaller orthodontic issues, which is something I may look into for myself.
Click to learn more about this option for clear braces.
This is a sponsored post. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
I would love to get Invisalign myself!
I sure wish Invisalign was an option when I wore braces. I rocked the metal for almost three years solid!
I hear ya. I wish these were available when I was young as well!
These are pretty cool!
I’ve always been curious about this!
I have a friend who just finished her Invisalign treatment. When I first met her I had no idea she was wearing them. They really are THAT clear.
I’m definitely glad that kids have more options like this these days.
Many incidents I got into as a child, I’m very surprised that I never needed braces. That’s good that they’re now coming out with alternatives opposed to metal braces, though.
I wish I could get Invisalign. I’ve always wanted it.
I just can’t get over how you can’t even see these on the teeth. I wish it had been around when I was a kid.
I would consider getting these for myself, unfortunately our insurance doesn’t cover enough of the cost to make them affordable for us.
I wish this had been an option when I was a kid. I had the metal mouth for 3 1/2 years. My oldest son is looking like he is going to need braces so we are definitely going to look into this.
I would love to get Invisalign for myself. 🙂
I wish Invisalign were able to correct my teeth, but I’ve checked and I’m too complicated for the task!
I had braces when I was younger. No regrets other than not wearing my retainer long enough. Would love to get Invisalign now.
If it’s something you are interested in, they suggest getting a second opinion (apparently orthodontists who aren’t very skilled at using them sort of steer people away from them, but an Invisalign experienced orthodontist may have more insight)… from what I’ve seen of your lovely images, you don’t have anything out of their realm- I never even noticed any dental cosmetic problems, you always look fine to me.
I would have preferred this over braces for sure!
I would love to get these but I’m not sure if the cost is covered by our insurance
My daughter is going through invisalign and she loves how you can’t see them.
I wanted these but now I can’t get them since my teeth are just too fragile 🙁
I would loved ot have had Invisalign when I needed braces.
I didn’t need braces as a kid but I do NOW (thanks to wisdom teeth). I would like to get Invisalign some day.
I know my older sister wishes these had been around when she was younger.
Metal braces, made of high-grade stainless steel and attached to the front of teeth, are the most common. Some patients may complain about discomfort from metal brackets rubbing against the skin. If you experience any pain or discomfort, ask your dentist or orthodontist for some dental wax to place over the brackets.
I didn’t need braces when I was a kid but if I had I would have definitely liked the invisalign.
I am considering these for my kids. I had braces and they were a pain.
I wish that this was around when I had braces.
I had to use dental wax myself because my metal braces sometimes caused me pain (but I’d rather not even have to do that- why get sores and bleed in the first place?)
If I’d needed braces as a kid, these would have been the ones I’d wanted.
I’m considering this for my son!
I had regular old braces in middle school. I really wanted them until I got them, then they hurt! My daughter was disappointed that she doesn’t need either glasses nor does she need braces.
I had regular braces
My dentist just recommend I get invisalign since my teeth are shifting.