[kageneko]

I've over 40, have had a major gap in my front teeth, and a slight overbite all of my life. I wish I had gotten braces when I was younger but this is the first job I've had that pays for adult orthodontia. I've had Invisaligns for about 11 weeks now. I love them but they take a while to get used to. (they were also pricey) Stuff that's happened:

* I got a terrible lisp since the shape of my mouth changed. It took quite a few weeks to get used to.

* The first couple of days after switching trays (I switch every week) are kinda painful because of the new positioning.

* My diet changed because I cannot eat (or drink many things) with my trays in and I need to brush my teeth after every meal. I used to eat many, small meals throughout the day but now I do 3 larger ones because it's annoying to brush and such a lot.

* Eating out is "fun" -- I bring a toothbrush and my tray box, so I can take care of things.

Fortunately, I work from home most of the time so a lot of this is not a serious problem.

11 weeks in and my overbite is disappearing and there has been some changes to the gap. Overall, I am very happy.

[civicsquid]

Congratulations. That's great to hear. The eating part is going to be tough, but I figure that would probably be easier with invisalign than braces.