My Invisalign Journey

Articles that document or reference my own personal journey with Invisalign

Can you have Invisalign with a tongue piercing?

Invisalign with a Tongue Piercing: My Experience

I have my tongue pierced and I wear Invisalign! I’ve had my tongue pierced for approximately 19 years (I’m 36 right now so I was 17 when I had it pierced!) This blog post is about my experience wearing Invisalign with a tongue piercing. Please keep in mind that I already had my tongue piercing

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Aligner Essentials for your Invisalign Journey

Aligner Essentials – Must Have Accessories for Your Invisalign Journey

If you’re about to start your journey with clear aligners, you may be overwhelmed with the sheer volume of information out there. I’ve created this list of essential and non-essential Invisalign accessories. Exciting times ahead! But, just like setting off on any adventure, it’s always best to be well-prepared. There are some absolute must-have essentials

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I was rejected for Invisalign

I was Rejected for Invisalign by 3 Different Providers

I was rejected for Invisalign by 3 different dentists and orthodontists before finding a provider who was willing to treat me. I’m currently wearing Invisalign, my 21st tray at the time of writing this and progressing extremely well. In this blog post, I’ll explain exactly what happened. I assumed my case was relatively straight forward

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My daily Invisalign cleaning routine

My Daily Invisalign Cleaning Routine

If you’re on the Invisalign journey, you know that keeping those trays pristine is a top priority. It can feel like a daunting task, especially when you’re just starting out. I’m here to share my tried-and-true Invisalign cleaning routine with you today! From the moment you pop those trays out to the satisfying click when

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What is IPR and what does it feel like? Interproximal reduction - A Patient's Perspective

What is IPR for Invisalign & What Does it Feel Like?

At your Invisalign consultation – or even at your tray fitting appointment – you may hear 3 letters being mentioned: I.P.R. The dreaded IPR! Well, as someone who has had IPR done on all my lower teeth, I can honestly say, you have nothing to worry about. This article explains IPR (Interproximal Reduction) from my

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How To View Your Invisalign ClinCheck Simulation

How To View Your Invisalign ClinCheck Simulation

Wondering how to view your ClinCheck simulation after your first Invisalign scan? Let me show you how! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent a good chunk of time standing in front of the mirror, pushing your teeth around with your tongue, dreaming of that picture-perfect smile. With Invisalign’s ClinCheck simulation software, you can

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