The issue is I don’t want braces at my big age I’m 18 and into modeling and I don’t feel like walking around with braces in my mouth maybe if I was a a young teen I would but now I wouldn’t.
Aligners cost more than braces. Invisalign costs 8 thousand with insurance normally but it looks better and you can eat whatever you want when you take them off 1/3 of the day
@@lusidsteamteamcaptain bro, I’m 18 too. My teeth used to be like REALLY fucked up. I had to get 4 permanent teeth removed a bit less than 6 months ago, and today it’s been exactly 5 months since I first got my top braces. I can see a HUGE improvement regarding my top teeth, since I got the bottom braces only a week ago. When I go to my ortho appointments, there’s people of ages. Kids, teens, adults, and there’s even a 79 yo lady with braces. It’s never too late to get your teeth fixed my friend
Mine kinda did, only $1500. The rest I’m paying in a payment plan, it’s doable. You can choose how much you want to pay monthly and there’s no interest.
I am a dentist from Europe, and you have a lot of inspiring videos. The energy and passion you present are amazing. You make my day, seriously. Invisalign preprosthetic treatment combined with e-max veneers are like a combination made in heaven in my opinion.
I did Invisalign but could not finish it . I went to orthodontist paid for everything upfront and my mouth did not do well . I wanted to straighten my front teeth . I had extensive dental work already like 2 crowns , a bridge ,4 fillings , well one of my crowns ripped off from the tightness of the tray . My bridge broke and one of my teeth with the deep filling completely died they had to clean it out and root canal it . And after all that he said my gap would not completely close because in order to close my front teeth my side teeth would be squished together because they were closer together than the front teeth so I may have to do bonding. Invisalign does work just not for me with extensive dental work . And they state the risks in the booklet so I knew ahead of time . Unfortunately for me I did not want to compromise the rest of my dental work for two front teeth so I veneered all my top front teeth and spent thousands more .
I just finished Invisalign with a platinum provider. I got the accelerated version, so my crooked teeth and bad bite got fixed in four months! It was definitely a process, but I am so thankful to not be biting my tongue all the time anymore! I can smile and be happy with my results! Make sure you go to a orthodontist!! At least for a consultation!
Great video, very informative. However, something you fail to mention (and this is VERY important) is the lack of cooperation a restorative dentist might receive from companies such as Smile Direct Club, Candid, etc. when it comes to interdisciplinary care. Good luck telling those companies, “hey this patient has peg laterals and I’ll need an exact amount of space to build them up”. Their response will be *crickets* because all they do is cut corners and provide less than the minimum for care towards patients.
I am 61 years old and have always wanted my teeth straight. I started in Nov 2019. After finishing I was not completely satisfied with my results. Smile Direct took the time to hear my concerns and had me do new molds and sent me additional trays. I can definitely see the difference since. I am looking forward to my final results!
i started my aligners today with smile direct! so far everything has been so amazing! now to see how the results pan out. my treatment is 4 months! let me know if you guys have any questions!
I’m a dental hygienist with no dental insurance (That’s so sad right? Lol) and I was going to purchase my aligners from smiledirect today. Thanks for these comments and video. I will no longer be doing that.
These are FANTASTIC points. We've noticed so many patients that don't really understand the benefits of getting a good diagnosis. They don't really understand how important getting their smile checked before they actually begin straightening. BTW, side note. your channel is fantastic. We've learned so much from you're an amazing journey on youtube :) Keep it up!
@@InnovativeDentalofSpringfield absolutely! you've really helped our staff get into the youtube groove! you've made some amazing content over the last few years!
@@joe3804 If you go after you straighten your teeth you risk damaging your actual teeth during the straightening process. This may be permanent and a dentist won't be able to fix it.
@@InnovativeDentalofSpringfield so I jump the gun and got right in to getting invisible liners. I received my impression kit from smile direct club today. I started to think that there has to be some negative outcome to this somewhere. That's why I ended up on this video. So my concern now is I have a small chip that was filled on my front top tooth and a cavity that does not hurt or anything on the bottom left-hand back molar. Would you consider this enough to not follow through with the steps if they were to allow my impression to be accepted. I do not have much work to as my mouth just very small spacing in my top and bottom front teeth and maybe just generally straighter teeth. I've never had tooth pain every day my life or anything like that and it take pretty good care of my teeth. What would be the negative outcome if they did allow me to follow through and the results ended up causing issues? Like what might those issues end up being? I really appreciate it if you do respond. Either way thank you for making this video and help me be aware and in reality with this eagerness to get my teeth straightened.😁
I've seen so many of my patients with loose teeth and short roots and ruined smiles because of these places like smile direct club moving teeth way to fast. dentist go to school for years and take out hundred of thousands of dollars in loans. There are reasons why teeth should be moved slowly and carefully.
@@ber1779 I get that but come on a simple google search would show all the lawsuits they have against them. I Just don't get how this day in age with how much technology we have people don't do any research. I immediately get on the internet as soon as my doctor even mentions a new treatment plan. Idk common sense isn't that common or people just don't care.
@forest rin I would advise to do Invisalign or traditional braces whatever route you go just make sure you see an orthodontist not just a general dentist. An actual specialist that specializes in moving teeth. SDC has so many lawsuits against them, I'm sure it's not because there good at there job.
Thanks everyone here for being honest and direct with concerns from these companies. I was considering them because of appearance and time that they promise to straighten teeth for the prices they advertise. I’m just going to visit an orthodontist once they open again, not worth the potential of worsening my teeth and jaw. Don’t have dental insurance but blessed to afford proper treatment I need.
I'm here 2years later but just want to say if any one sees this comment , listen to this man , I went to an orthodontist recommended by work colleges she is famous in my country , she put me braces before the cleaning before checking for decays or even checking my gum , I found that a little weird so I went back to see dentist I used to visit when I was little and he told me I was literally going to loose my teeth before 50 because I have a serious gum problem and hidden decays so he took the braces today. And I felt disappointed because my teeth already started to line up but this video came to bring me peace , I'm gonna do what my dentist advice me to do and then may be get invisible line treatment
I'm currently using Invisalign under the supervision of my orthodontist, it's been 5 months so far and I'm very happy with my results. I have a problem with my teeth crowding and the aligners already fixed quite a significant amount of it, and I'm expected to be done with them after 7-8 more months. It's a little more expensive, but the results have been worth it for me at least
Hey J I am going to be starting my journey here soon as well and I have the same issue as you any advice? Glad to hear it is going well for you so far hope I have the same success.
@@davidsoulfan10 Hi I would say it’s very important that you have to orthodontist supervise the entire process, don’t just go on their site and start the treatment. The aligners are gonna hurt for the first few days and will feel normal after until you switch to a new tray. Of course, wear them as many hours as you can except when you eat or brush your teeth to stay on schedule. I’m currently on a tray that’s initially very tight and even my orthodontist had a hard time getting it on me, so that might happen to you too if you have gaps between your teeth. Depending on how big or crowded your teeth are, your orthodontist might have to shave down some of your teeth, but it shouldn’t affect you that much. While your teeth are moving, some might be more sensitive than others, so if you do experience that, try to avoid cold foods and drinks and stick to warm/temperature stuff. I’m almost 8 months in and my teeth look 80-90% straightened, so it’s going really well. Hope your journeys goes well! 😃
@@mirandapacheco4160 Hi! I’m from Australia and it costs around $9k from my orthodontist, but I think it depends on how much work your teeth needs as well as your location
Whatever man....Candid helped me just fine. My local orthodontist was going to charge me $6,000 and insurance only cover $500. Candid had good service and guide me all the way.
I honestly wish I would’ve thought about this more before I did it! I have about a week until I stop using my last pair of aligners, but I cannot stress enough to people looking to get these to really look into it first! The first point he makes is so important! I think it’s my own fault to be totally honest, but wearing my aligners has resulted in me developing a few cavities and has damaged my gums a bit! It has worked to straighten my teeth out, I do admit, but I kind of regret it. I’d rather have healthy teeth than straight ones.
@@samb2166 I did! I took care of my teeth as best I could but it still happened. I’m thinking that maybe my teeth are just sensitive. But it wasn’t just my teeth it affected. There’s parts of my gums and tongue that were hurt/damaged by the aligners, so I’d be careful with that! I did file them down but it happened anyway :(
@@Moon_Child_Mari awe. hope you feel better! Have you visited a dentist to solve the issues? I'm finished my 2nd month of wearing invisible aligners now. I had braces in the past, so I'm confident in the progress so far.
Cut the aligners if they are cutting into your gums etc. Brush your teeth, use GUM between the teeth picks, use a xyletol mouth rinse (biotene etc) and put some on the top retainer and pop it in. Rinse some in your mouth and pop the bottom one in = your teeth will be glossy in the morning and almost impossible to get a cavity. Your dental hygienist will have little to no plaque scraping to do. -No refined sugar and refined carbohydrates diet (bacteria love these items)
@@itzhippo2072 yes, although I have a problem with my one back tooth otherwise yes they are incredible I’m on set 3. I haven’t been the best at wearing them during the day bc I haven’t felt good and talk a ton for work. But even with doing that I’m still on track. I see a tiny diff already. I think lol it takes 60 days they say to really start seeing. Just have to remember why I started this and try and stick with it 😊good luck
Excellent video Dr. I too warn my patients these exact points when they bring up Smile Direct Club. I like to tell my patients the practice of unsupervised ortho is tantamount to worrying about and investing in expensive home decor when the foundation is crumbling and a growing sinkhole underneath the home threatens the entire project.
@@tr1912 there’s an Invisalign and someone shared a post where they got harassed by a worker from smile direct club. Even on smile directs Facebook page people shared their experiences with the company, and they never got a refund because their treatment ended up fucking up their teeth even more.
I was 13 when I got my braces and wore them for 5 years.... Of course my orthodontist and dentist knew what they were doing but I didn’t, 44 years ago, LOL
Just started Invisalign and, seeing all that is involved, I would never recommend the mail order trays. For me anyway, it wasn't a matter of just getting a bunch of plastic trays. While my case isn't severe, I still need to wear rubber bands to fix my bite as my teeth shift and will need to have my teeth shaved (shiver, but supposedly it doesn't hurt!) to make space for eventual proper alignment. In other words, things that wouldn't happen with the mail order trays. Expensive as proper braces or Invisalign are, if you consider that you can really mess up your mouth and cause serious dental issues that you have to pay a lot to fix,I think it is worth investing the money, even if you have to save up, to do it properly. Each person's choice of course..
I just got my Invisalign in today. How did you sleep and deal with all the salivating? It feels weird having them in of course and I have the rubber bands in too.
I just want to offer some reassurance that having your teeth shaved shouldn’t hurt at all. I had mine shaved after my first round of braces (my orthodontist did a really nice job with everything). There was only a split second where my tooth became a bit sensitive while being shaved, and I think that’s because he kept the device against my tooth for a little too long, allowing the heat from the friction to build up too much. Absolutely no issues with sensitivity or pain afterwards, though.
Candid is the only company with aligners done by orthodontists, not dentists. I already go to a dentist regularly so I already know the state of my teeth. Yes, it's a good idea to know your mouth health before beginning. The reason people go to outside companies is because 10K is ridiculous for Invisalign.
I did smiles direct club and my results are really good. My classmates noticed my results immediately and my coaches questioned when i got my braces off, but i never had braces. I had straight teeth by the end of the summer and i began on the first day of summer. we got my aligners earlier than planned. i got retainers, but realized i wasn’t happy with my top two teeth..it’s not bad, but i’m just that type of person. i contacted somebody through the live chat to help me with refinements and i quickly got a response..got an appointment in less than 5 minutes of communicating. i believe it depends with how badly your teeth are and who the employees that work in the area.
Truly and without a doubt..it worked for me. I’m 14. Comment if you have any questions about my journey with smiles direct club or my opinion, then feel free to ask. I’m so happy with my results and never felt so confident smiling. I’m sorry if you’re on smiles direct and it’s not working as planned..I understand it’s not for everybody.
@@kailaformacion2931 I just did my appointment with them but I did not put my money down yet I have a big gap between my teeth the size of a toothbrush do you think I should put the money down and go with them
Smile Direct Club works if you have minor issues. Like small gaps, minor crowding, but if your teeth is really bad don’t do it. That’s not the route to go
Sp if i have just one crooked front bottom tooth that is sitting a bit sideways and is creating a small gap....this procedure is for me ? My dentist is charging $4,000 for invisalign
Thank you for all this information!! I have been binging all your videos although my issues likely will be fixed with just six more months of Invisalign. You do amazing work and thank you for sharing your incredible gifts with the world!
Watching this video helped me decide to go with Invisalign instead of Smile Direct. I think the peace of mind that having the direct care of an orthodontist during the process will pay for itself.
I was going to do this but I decided not. I grind my teeth and I have to align my bite as well so I rather not risk it and wait. Thank you!!! I had braces 4 years didn't get the fixed retainer. Now my bottom teeth are seperating. I didn't realize how much teeth make you self conscious I don't smile anymore. I have severe anxiety when it comes to talking to people. All my pictures I don't smile and if I do I cover my bottom teeth. I'm waiting on getting braces because it's so expensive but I am hoping I can do some type of plan. I really try not to let it get to me but it's an everyday thing.
I’m on week 2 with invisiling and believe me is the best option!! You used them so quickly, I start also to see and feel changes on my teeth.. And nobody noticed it yet that I have “braces” on my teeth 😍💪🏻
@@-Pridebycreatons- hey I’m not the person that commented but I just finished my Invisalign and it changed my life. Worked so well and was really no struggle at all
I love his first point . I was getting ready to get braces and before doing so .. I had to take care of my filling for my teeth that had cavities… I had to Root canals and had to get a deep cleaning .. so I am happy with Decision to go with the Invisalign considering how expensive braces are.
Your last point concerns me. 😩 I absolutely hate my spacing. I ordered my impression kit from one of the mail in aligners because I literally just care about my gaps being closed. I’ve gone to inquire about braces and am being quoted over $5000 because I also have an open bite. I just got a lower molar pulled last week with the intent of getting an implant after I close my gaps. But now after watching this video I think I might be back at square one having to decide whether I go with traditional braces and pay the 5k or take a risk with mail order aligners..
Thank you for explaining the congenital missing teeth issue before braces/Invisalign. My husband and oldest son have this...I honestly thought my husband was making it up--and to be fair, he actually didn't understand what he was dealing with bc no one explained it until we took our youngest son in for his Orthodontic treatments. It was eye opening. Also, it gave us a plan for the oldest. 😊 I don't want him becoming a snore king like his Dad--who does not have sleep apnea... It is all tooth related. Still trying to get the husband on board with needing to align his teeth so he stops snoring. 🤣 Always great advice!! Thank you!
The best advice and guidance on this topic that I have seen. It has truly made a difference on how I approach this issue. It confirms my forethoughts and suspicions.Thanks.
I think it just depends on your situation! All teeth are different. Personally, I've never been approved for braces yet all my siblings were. It always surprised me because physically, my teeth always looked worse from the front. They had bite issues meanwhile I don't, I just have front teeth crowding. I'm also a broke college student so there seemed to be more benefits to go with SmileDirect club!
Be careful about the long term affects of not properly addressing the bite by a dental professional. What saves you money now may cost you a fortune in the end.
I wish I could get braces.. my teeth are bad.. I have teeth that are finally coming through wherever at age 16.. I have a deep bite.. and bad overcrowding.. The dentist said it would cost more than 10k aud.. I can’t afford that ): Update : I worked really really hard during lockdown.. starting my own little company and working 2 jobs and I saved enough money. I’m on my 13th week of Invisalign I’m so happy. My Invisalign treatment ends just before my 18th birthday in 2022.
thank you so much! I have an open bite with two missing teeth on my left side and I've been thinking about doing smile direct club, but after watching your video I will be finding someone that offers invisalign!!
Thank you for this video. Though i got checked up before by a dentist before my alignment with smile direct club, i still found some important tips from your video that i am going to see my dentist about as soon as life goes back to normal
I do Invisalign, and my teeth are way out of alignment, I’m almost finished but my teeth are far from being perfect, might try braces next, BTW thanks for making these videos, your enthusiasm is contagious!!!!
I considered Smiledirect for a minute, even went to do the 3D Scan but then Luckily did more research and found that it wouldn't help much with my overbite and jaw asymmetry
smile direct only focuses on making your teeth straighter. it does include overbite, but it depends how severe your case is. Mine for example is terrible and by the end of my time using them, my overbite will no longer exist. But I’ve heard cases that don’t fix it, but they’re still content with the service they got.
Keira Littlewood yes! I had a lil overjet and 5 months into the use of the aligners, it’s almost gone! (It’ll be gone by the end of the use) I will say, I didn’t have a sever case of it, it was a little, but I’ve heard not all overjet cases (in SDC) get fixed.
It’s sad to me that dentists are allowed to do Invisalign! As expensive as it is, it should only be allowed by orthodontists who specialize in teeth/jaw alignment. :(
@@mscarolwas the regret is not doing the research and finding out the difference between an Orthodontist and a general dentist with regards to braces. The general dentist i went to missed pathology that my Orthodontist picked up on my first appointment. My teeth hadn't been contoured very well, i had gaps too. With the Orthodontist my gaps have closed, my teeth are so much more symmetrical, to an average person if your teeth are a bit straighter and it hasn't taken up too much time your happy, so you pay. Orthodontists do invisalign too but at least they know what can go wrong. These general dentists do a little course on the side and the invisalign company does a plan for them. Orthodontists don't need no plan, they make the plans. They have hospital placements and gain so much experience with complex cases compared to a general dentist. Its like a choice between a crap car and a brand new Lambo.
Best choice I made, had a nasty snaggle tooth and my dentist had to get them readjusted 2x and took an year longer to fix , but well worth the money and time!
Explanation is in-depth but NEXT time add pictures as you go on with the explanation cuz It seems as though u were talking to fellow dentists/Orthodontists
I just had braces for 6 months. I tried to call and discontinue treatment due to covid since I will be behind on my $200 a month payment. Although I enjoyed my Orthodontist and the plan to straighten teeth I hate the fact they tried to overcharge me even though what ahe stated was not in the contract I signed. The receptionist at the office told me if I decide to discontinue, they will offer 2 options. Option 1: Keep braces on and put my account on hold until my financial situation gets better. They will not see me for adjustments or wire poking cutting only for emergencies. So technically, I'll just prolong my treatment and have braces that I can't pay for until I get a job. Option 2: Discontinue treatment and remove braces for a total of 2,200. Like wtf? My 18 month treatment was supposed to be 5,200 so how is that possible. So I decided to get a butter knife and pop them off myself. I scheduled a routine cleaning at my local dentist office and will be scheduled to get the adhesive removed off my teeth next week. I am currently looking into invisalign or byte. As a 40 yr old female. I would NEVER DECIDE TO GET TRADITIONAL BRACES EVER AGAIN!!!!! I honestly believe dentistry is such a scam!
Yeah I mean it hurts and sucks, because your teeth are shifting and the hard plastic can scrap the gums... BUT, you can cut down some of the plastic and after the first few days, the soreness dims a bit. It's like normal braces, but without the whole metal aspect lol. Wear them 22 hours a day, don't take them out all the time,, although it can be tempting. Teeth will be sensitive with food, so eat softer foods until you get used to it. Just be careful with the aligners, brush teeth after food, and all is well. It's a process and everyone's different, but myself and my friends agree it is worth the money.
Ashley Southerland sounds awesome! I had braces twice but my teeth were terrible. I prefer this option for my daughters gaps because her teeth are straight other than spaces, and it’s way cheaper
Wow thank you for this! I went today and got the 3D scan at smile direct and told the lady I’m about to get 2 root canals and she said it’s fine... now I see I shouldn’t start this until I do the root canals first. Appreciate you’re help
I would definitely recommend waiting until any necessary dental work is done, especially since the shape of your tooth will be a little different afterwards, which may prevent your aligners from fitting properly
Please dont do Smile Direct! There are thousands of horror stories online and the customer service is not worth it. I concidered SDC first, then went with Invisalign and the 2000 i pay more are worth it trust me! I can call whenever i am unsure or a tooth isnt tracking (has not happened yet) and i get to get my teeth checked at every appointment every 4 weeks.
@@woolypuffin392 I may just do that all these bad reviews are scaring me. And also that worries me that she told me it would be fine and didn’t warn me anything. Thank you
@@nonyabusiness2840 Please please do not go with smile direct! Do your research and find a good orthodontists. It isn't a case of just wearing the bracers and let nature do the rest. You 100% need dentist supervision whilst wearing these bracers. I'm wearing Invisalign and have pretty regular checkups and it's needed as the dentist will use a diamond lined strip of paper to make space between the tighter teeth as they move. If this checkup is skipped you can cause severe damage to your teeth and jaw. I had go be rescanned as my bottom teeth weren't moving as expected and had to have another 20 sets. Basically find a good dentist who will be heavily involved with your progress
Last week I fainted and chip my front side tooth also pushed my front teeth up and killed the nerve in both of them now I have an overbite..its so depressing to see and not knowing if I will faint again. Single mom of 3 , it seems like it's going to be a long process to be able to smile again..
If I could afford cosmetic and restorative work I wouldn’t be paying for discounted aligners (smiledirect, byte). I’m not sure what benefit there is to get your teeth’s postition corrected (braces or alogners) if you don’t have dentistry first.
Weighed up all the options and paid the extra for Invisalign at a platinum ortho... Sadly have to get two implants (upper second bicuspids). Really appreciate the videos you’ve made regarding implants. Your treatment process is amazing, may have to travel from FL
I’m doin candid co aligners and I did go to my dentist for check up 1 week before I stared my aligners and got the ok of a healthy mouth n just did my 6mth chk up and everything is goin good thank god but thank you for valid points made. I’m sure I will need future work for overbite and tmj but this is what I could effort... Happy holidays
DO NOT do Smile direct my mom did this so they give you a big box and there was these bags that’s were connected to each other and you pull them out the box as you go and they said not to open it fully just take the bags out. On the bags it will say like month one or week one and she was on her second set of them and she looked and the package looked like it had skipped a month she called them they said it was fine so she kept doing it. At the end of her journey she opened the box and there was 2 sets in the back of the box not connected to the other bags and they messed up her teeth bc of that.
My Ortho sent me to my regular dentist plus another specialist so that they would approve I was ok to start my Invisalign. If you don't get checked first you may end up losing a tooth or teeth. Invisalign rocks my teeth are now straight and pretty.
One thing about SD is they don’t include Pontics in the trays. I started with a local ortho and was told they can insert Pontics in each tray and retainer until implant is placed. SD told me the same, but my trays didn’t come with them. Instead, they have a closed space where the tooth is missing. If you want a full smile during treatment SD is not for you. Returning my trays asap! Just wish Invisalign were more affordable, at $5500+ versus $2400 for SD. Dental health should be available like medical because they are equally important.
Just wanted to let people know . I'm currently doing a Candid treatment. I have an assigned orthodontist who checks on my aligners progress every 10 days and I cam easily get a hold of her in between if I have any questions or concerns. I'm currently on my 5th ot of 12 aligners and so far it's going 👍
Did you have to go see an orthodontist? Or was everything online? The reason I wana do it is because I work so much and rarely get any time off to go see a dentist.
Why can’t I leave my wisdom teeth in when getting traditional braces? That’s seriously the only reason I went with SDC. I want my damn wisdom teeth! No overcrowding at all.
@@laciehill7164 this has happened to me wore my braces for 3 and a half years but my wisdom teeth have come through and pushed my bottom teeth, to be fair I stopped wearing my retainers because I was stupid and depressed but I'm kind of glad my wisdom teeth came through because once this is sorted I can hopefully have nice teeth forever, although not looking forward to getting braces again when I can afford them 😂😭
The only actual study done on wisdom teeth eruption forces and teeth movement show no effect, there's really no evidence to support the idea 3rd molars need removal for successful treatment.
This is my opinion on Invisalign and other products of the sort. A series of same type of ortho appliances could be made in succession by a dentist with greater success that extrapolating future retainers from one initial impression. That being said, the cost would be greater but rightfully so, because the dentist provides far more service. Also another thing I might add. My ordered Invisalign and there was in my opinion, an excessive extension onto the gingiva… which, due to swelling caused by the new appliance, interfered with the fit of the retainer. I reduced the material where then it fit. It was surely interesting to see but I feel bad for people who have unsuccessful treatments or trouble receiving maintenance such as the adjustment I made to my girls friends retainer.
If the company (Invisalign, Smile Direct, Candid) allow you to review the design video, you approve it before they manufacture the aligners. That is not the same process as someone told me with Invisalign, in their case, the dentist did not show the video to them and have them approve, instead they just make the aligner they think will align the teeth and have you to use them. The results are that cause the gum to recede, the teeth to pull out of the gum because they try to protrude the teeth too much and the gum does not follow the protrusion. Be careful when you go for this treatment.
@@emanuel9063 £1399. Ended up not doing it because they only move the teeth from between the canines. They don't move the molars. I ended up not liking the end result
@@rickyrizzo not yet. I have to use tradicional braces. I tried another one (PlusDent) and the results were similar. There's simply no need to make a gap where it's non existent. I guess you can try Wonder Smile, their customer service is good and professional
@@janeburke147 cheers mate. Is it painful? Expensive? How long would the treatment last for? My teeth are all fine apart from my front ones have a medium size gap. I’m from the U.K. too haha
@@petermills755 Not painful,just a few days getting used to a foreign object in your mouth lol expensive yesss,I’m on lite though so that’s probably what you would be on. 6 months approx 👍🏻
@@janeburke147 yeah there is about a 1.5/2 mm gap between my front teeth so I’d imagine it would be about 4-6 months. So you think Invisalign is best ? Cheers for help
I did Smile Direct Club a few years ago for my crooked teeth and I am very satisfied. I have a nice even smile now. I notice people with crooked teeth all the time, most of them would probably benefit from the Smile Direct service.
Did you wear any sort of retainer after? If so, how long? How was the overall process and experience with smile direct, i’m choosing between that and invisalign.
My daughter has braces she had major problems with her front teeth n couldn’t even close her mouth, her smile now is amazing she’s 13 and can smile with confidence.
Thank you so much! This is such all great information. I was about to just jump into getting alignments but I’m currently in treatment and healing from angry gums, I will now check in with my dentist before getting into aligning my teeth. Thank you so much for this video.
How about y’all lower the cost of braces and Invisalign before you tell people these things lmao. Some people don’t have that much money and smiledirect offers an affordable price that does the job just well enough
All aligners are not the same. Smile direct club doesnt give the same results as Invisalign, or metal braces, but you want it to cost the same? Sounds like to get it done correctly, you need to pay the appropriate fee.
Tina lol so braces and Invisalign are set at a good price? That’s kinda pathetic of you to say. Both of them are set way to high and are not worth the price whatsoever.
I’ve worked in ortho for almost 10 years and I know it’s expensive. I know. But this is your health, your teeth, and teeth must fit to function. The DIY will not address function. Save up, take your time, ask orthodontists for help with payments and options between braces and Invisalign. My office has corrected numerous damaged bites and discomfort from SDC. I know it’s expensive, but it’s an investment. Think of it as a luxury car that’s worth the cost. Your teeth are as important as a BMW.
I had braces 15 years ago when I was teenager, it was perfect by the time I got it off but now 15 years later it’s crooked again 😏 I’m not sure what to do next, Invisalign, I really don’t wanna put braces on again😩
I was in the same situation. I got Invisalign and it was fabulous, straightening only took 8 months and in time for my wedding because wearing metal for years as a teen had safely straightened my teeth.
Same with me, except now years later I know that they were doing some shady things at the office and charged more than they should have for the work they did. My own fault for losing the retainer in the first place, but hey. I was 12. I am doibg research to decide what I should do now for straight teeth hipefully next year. I do need a cavity filled because I made the mistake of eating chips on break at work that were apparently way too hard 😫
I have beautiful dentures, but that is it, my smile is beautiful, but eating, talking, and singing are another thing! As my husband saids I sound like Dirty Sally on GunSmoke without teeth. And have developed a lisp!
I saw Dr. VU in Charlotte, NC, I went three months without teeth. It took forever to get teeth. Then when they got them to me, the teeth were to large and the gums were so high I could not get them in my mouth. Dr. VU told me to take them home and try to wear them I could not shut my mouth, this was in July 2018, on a Tuesday, Wednesday morning I mailed the teeth back to him. I live in SC, found him on line that he made these 3 g teeth. And everyone was bragging on them. Well not me, mailed them back to him. My Insurance paid there$1400 hundred and I paid the rest without any teeth. Only thing Dr. VU did for me was pull all my teeth. I am on my second set of dentures from this place in SC. The bottoms rattle around in my teeth and after I had the top in usual a couple of hours feels like my gums are swollen, and I have a gag reflex. 67 year old women that has took care of my teeth, had 8 or maybe 9 root canals. Wore braces from late 35 to middle 40s. Also my medical doctors put me on bone density medicine which breaks your bones down and then rebuilds them, but doctor failed to tell me it breaks your teeth down and does not rebuild them.
I just just got my impression kit for smile direct club. After watching this I guess I should just throw it away. I have a cross bite and some over crowding.
I make aligners for one of these brands and you should see the crazy molds we get. Periodontal disease, missing teeth, swollen gums. Please go to a dentist first. These aren't really designed to be permanent in the first place and they don't base your plan off your actual bite or jaw.
@@fujo44 Honestly in my opinion these options should only be used for cosmetic purposes meaning your insurance won't cover braces bc there isn't anything technically wrong with your teeth. I wouldn't say either of them are bad but sometimes they don't disclose certain information up front and that can make people jump to conclusions and rush out and get it. I've seen some teeth so bad at the end of their "plan" their teeth weren't even straight. Your dentist will be able to help you with the best option catered to you:^) if you have a good dentist they'll have your best interest in mind and help you out
I have had awful teeth for a large chunk of my life sure as cavities and root canals and I am currently missing one of my teeth thank you for the advice
Man I should have came here before starting the smile direct club. I just got my kit this morning. I just generally wanted a straighter smile. I did not consider any of this and I should have researched more. I do have small chipped tooth. So I should definitely put these aligners on hold and find an affordable dentist to see what options are better for me. Thanks for the information!!
I'm in the same exact situation. I got my aligners this morning and I have a small chip in my front tooth as well as a decent sized cavity in the back lower left side of my mouth. No pain or anything like that no missing teeth and just small Gap in between my two front teeth and bottom teeth but I mean if I could see a cavity then it might be something to be concerned about. Really disappointed though because I was super excited about this and now that I got the impression kit thinking about the size there has to be a downside to all this. So now I'm checking it out
I'm glad I got info now rather than later on all this cause tooth 7 and 10 are curved so imma keep the beautiful smile I have with the pride I've had in it for years
i wish i could afford to fix my teeth. i lost one whole tooth and two more broke apart last year after a facial cycst popped out no nowhere. there was a lot of posion in my mouth from it. I lost my job and have been unable to find one since feburuary of this year due to the missing teeth since they are on my smile line. several of the jobs admitted to assuming i did drugs and that was why they did not hire me. I would require braces, one implant and im pretty sure i have pre donatal diesease :( i hate smiling now or even talking..and its so hard being this way :( without inusrance im stuck with this smile..and a cavity that i cant fix either..and i feel really hopeless...
our dental school here doesn't offer much like that . ive already looked into it. and to get carecredit i would have to have $1,000 to put down on the credit first. ive looked into everything. @@monicaloveslindy
Invisalign is the best don’t waste your time with anything else
I’d have to agree with you here.
@@InnovativeDentalofSpringfield why you think it's better than SmileDirectClub? (I came to watch your video as a stock investor)
There is no direct doctor supervision during the smile direct club process. Lots of issues can arise out of this.
@@InnovativeDentalofSpringfield What about Byte?
@@kevynbasilio1406 no
If braces ect didn't cost £3000+, people wouldn't risk using these companies.
I have smile detect and my teeth are streater than what braces do and it takes a shorter time
The issue is I don’t want braces at my big age I’m 18 and into modeling and I don’t feel like walking around with braces in my mouth maybe if I was a a young teen I would but now I wouldn’t.
@@ultimatefirecracker1486 facts bro my parents waited too long I’ll be 18 In November I can’t get braces now
Aligners cost more than braces. Invisalign costs 8 thousand with insurance normally but it looks better and you can eat whatever you want when you take them off 1/3 of the day
@@lusidsteamteamcaptain bro, I’m 18 too. My teeth used to be like REALLY fucked up. I had to get 4 permanent teeth removed a bit less than 6 months ago, and today it’s been exactly 5 months since I first got my top braces. I can see a HUGE improvement regarding my top teeth, since I got the bottom braces only a week ago. When I go to my ortho appointments, there’s people of ages. Kids, teens, adults, and there’s even a 79 yo lady with braces. It’s never too late to get your teeth fixed my friend
If I could afford $5.5K for Invisalign or traditional dentistry, sure. Most dental insurance doesn't cover orthodontics.
Dental insurance does cover orthodontics
Mine does
Mine kinda did, only $1500. The rest I’m paying in a payment plan, it’s doable. You can choose how much you want to pay monthly and there’s no interest.
I had two and they both covered orthodontics. Just find the right plan
@Justin Daniels “lmao” it’s not that easy dumbass
I am a dentist from Europe, and you have a lot of inspiring videos. The energy and passion you present are amazing. You make my day, seriously. Invisalign preprosthetic treatment combined with e-max veneers are like a combination made in heaven in my opinion.
Thanks for watching from Europe. Glad to hear that other people resonate with the same ideas I have for proper patient care.
I did Invisalign but could not finish it . I went to orthodontist paid for everything upfront and my mouth did not do well . I wanted to straighten my front teeth . I had extensive dental work already like 2 crowns , a bridge ,4 fillings , well one of my crowns ripped off from the tightness of the tray . My bridge broke and one of my teeth with the deep filling completely died they had to clean it out and root canal it . And after all that he said my gap would not completely close because in order to close my front teeth my side teeth would be squished together because they were closer together than the front teeth so I may have to do bonding. Invisalign does work just not for me with extensive dental work . And they state the risks in the booklet so I knew ahead of time . Unfortunately for me I did not want to compromise the rest of my dental work for two front teeth so I veneered all my top front teeth and spent thousands more .
@@boobierubi8567what a nightmare. Thanks for sharing your experience. It’s very informative. Are you happy with your smile after veneers?
The middle aged moms in the comments absolutely fawning over this dude is hilarious to me
Linda Glendenning please repeat that but this time in english
hey. im a boy in his 20s and i am fawning over him.
Wooplot why are you gey
LoL Clean up on... All the aisles of the comment section because they are soaked.
The racist bigoted blacks have entered the comment section
How ironic I got an add for smile direct club
it's not ironic it's just how digital advertising works :)
Me tooo
Hannah it’s still irony though lmao
@@Mackenzie-Ann not really its expected
I got one for byte lmao
I just finished Invisalign with a platinum provider. I got the accelerated version, so my crooked teeth and bad bite got fixed in four months!
It was definitely a process, but I am so thankful to not be biting my tongue all the time anymore! I can smile and be happy with my results! Make sure you go to a orthodontist!! At least for a consultation!
did you have to wear a retainer after?
Yes, for a month after the moments are done, and then just at night.
What is the accelerated program?
Hi how much is that roughly?
Can you send me link to get invisible braces?
stumbled across this & found out his practice is in my town! score!
Where is his practice?
RUclips addiction
Lol damn jealous
Where, where. Where??? 🤗🤣❤️
Springfield, MO but we have people come from all over the country!!!
Great video, very informative. However, something you fail to mention (and this is VERY important) is the lack of cooperation a restorative dentist might receive from companies such as Smile Direct Club, Candid, etc. when it comes to interdisciplinary care. Good luck telling those companies, “hey this patient has peg laterals and I’ll need an exact amount of space to build them up”. Their response will be *crickets* because all they do is cut corners and provide less than the minimum for care towards patients.
I am 61 years old and have always wanted my teeth straight. I started in Nov 2019. After finishing I was not completely satisfied with my results. Smile Direct took the time to hear my concerns and had me do new molds and sent me additional trays. I can definitely see the difference since. I am looking forward to my final results!
How did it turn out? I’m around the same age and considering Smile Direct. Thanks
Hey Donna, any update since finishing with smile direct?
Any update?
Hey Donna any reply?
i started my aligners today with smile direct! so far everything has been so amazing! now to see how the results pan out. my treatment is 4 months! let me know if you guys have any questions!
not me getting a smile direct club advert before this😭
I’m a dental hygienist with no dental insurance (That’s so sad right? Lol) and I was going to purchase my aligners from smiledirect today. Thanks for these comments and video. I will no longer be doing that.
These are FANTASTIC points. We've noticed so many patients that don't really understand the benefits of getting a good diagnosis. They don't really understand how important getting their smile checked before they actually begin straightening. BTW, side note. your channel is fantastic. We've learned so much from you're an amazing journey on youtube :) Keep it up!
Thanks. It means a lot to know that people are finding the channel valuable. ;)
@@InnovativeDentalofSpringfield absolutely! you've really helped our staff get into the youtube groove! you've made some amazing content over the last few years!
Wtf is this difference between going to the dentist after you straighten your teeth? Doesn’t make sense what you guys are saying
@@joe3804 If you go after you straighten your teeth you risk damaging your actual teeth during the straightening process. This may be permanent and a dentist won't be able to fix it.
@@InnovativeDentalofSpringfield so I jump the gun and got right in to getting invisible liners. I received my impression kit from smile direct club today. I started to think that there has to be some negative outcome to this somewhere. That's why I ended up on this video. So my concern now is I have a small chip that was filled on my front top tooth and a cavity that does not hurt or anything on the bottom left-hand back molar. Would you consider this enough to not follow through with the steps if they were to allow my impression to be accepted. I do not have much work to as my mouth just very small spacing in my top and bottom front teeth and maybe just generally straighter teeth. I've never had tooth pain every day my life or anything like that and it take pretty good care of my teeth. What would be the negative outcome if they did allow me to follow through and the results ended up causing issues? Like what might those issues end up being? I really appreciate it if you do respond. Either way thank you for making this video and help me be aware and in reality with this eagerness to get my teeth straightened.😁
here after watching a tiktok where someone with the smiledirectclub liners pulled it off and A WHOLE TOOTH CAME OUT
same! i use candid and im paranoid now haha
Same!
Yup! Same! I got my first set of aligners in the mail the day I saw that video and now I'm terrified to even try them.
I saw that tiktok lol...it was real?
Pretty certain the aligner is not to blame. Either fake, improper use, or door dental hygiene.
I've seen so many of my patients with loose teeth and short roots and ruined smiles because of these places like smile direct club moving teeth way to fast. dentist go to school for years and take out hundred of thousands of dollars in loans. There are reasons why teeth should be moved slowly and carefully.
I don’t think the patients know that, and cost was probably a reason they went with smiledirectclub
@@ber1779 I get that but come on a simple google search would show all the lawsuits they have against them. I Just don't get how this day in age with how much technology we have people don't do any research. I immediately get on the internet as soon as my doctor even mentions a new treatment plan. Idk common sense isn't that common or people just don't care.
@forest rin I would advise to do Invisalign or traditional braces whatever route you go just make sure you see an orthodontist not just a general dentist. An actual specialist that specializes in moving teeth. SDC has so many lawsuits against them, I'm sure it's not because there good at there job.
I’ve had Invisalign for a little over a couple years now and I couldn’t be more satisfied.
great to hear. I’ll most likely be getting invisalign as well, i’m wondering if it can do anything to help a small overbite?
It sure can. It is a great tool to help quickly correct most issues with poor bite.
Did you use the rubber bands (clips)? How did you sleep and deal with all the salivating?
invisalign has made my teeth so much better. it's only been 11 weeks out of 46 and my overbite is already pushed far back.
finished my invisalign 2 years ago, process was about ten months. very impressive results
@Akagami did u ever find out cus i got the same problem
Thanks everyone here for being honest and direct with concerns from these companies. I was considering them because of appearance and time that they promise to straighten teeth for the prices they advertise. I’m just going to visit an orthodontist once they open again, not worth the potential of worsening my teeth and jaw. Don’t have dental insurance but blessed to afford proper treatment I need.
I'm here 2years later but just want to say if any one sees this comment , listen to this man , I went to an orthodontist recommended by work colleges she is famous in my country , she put me braces before the cleaning before checking for decays or even checking my gum , I found that a little weird so I went back to see dentist I used to visit when I was little and he told me I was literally going to loose my teeth before 50 because I have a serious gum problem and hidden decays so he took the braces today. And I felt disappointed because my teeth already started to line up but this video came to bring me peace , I'm gonna do what my dentist advice me to do and then may be get invisible line treatment
I'm currently using Invisalign under the supervision of my orthodontist, it's been 5 months so far and I'm very happy with my results. I have a problem with my teeth crowding and the aligners already fixed quite a significant amount of it, and I'm expected to be done with them after 7-8 more months. It's a little more expensive, but the results have been worth it for me at least
Hey J I am going to be starting my journey here soon as well and I have the same issue as you any advice? Glad to hear it is going well for you so far hope I have the same success.
@@davidsoulfan10 Hi I would say it’s very important that you have to orthodontist supervise the entire process, don’t just go on their site and start the treatment. The aligners are gonna hurt for the first few days and will feel normal after until you switch to a new tray. Of course, wear them as many hours as you can except when you eat or brush your teeth to stay on schedule. I’m currently on a tray that’s initially very tight and even my orthodontist had a hard time getting it on me, so that might happen to you too if you have gaps between your teeth. Depending on how big or crowded your teeth are, your orthodontist might have to shave down some of your teeth, but it shouldn’t affect you that much. While your teeth are moving, some might be more sensitive than others, so if you do experience that, try to avoid cold foods and drinks and stick to warm/temperature stuff. I’m almost 8 months in and my teeth look 80-90% straightened, so it’s going really well. Hope your journeys goes well! 😃
@@mht4908 hi, if you don’t mind me asking, how much did Invisalign cost?
@@mirandapacheco4160 Hi! I’m from Australia and it costs around $9k from my orthodontist, but I think it depends on how much work your teeth needs as well as your location
Whatever man....Candid helped me just fine. My local orthodontist was going to charge me $6,000 and insurance only cover $500. Candid had good service and guide me all the way.
I honestly wish I would’ve thought about this more before I did it! I have about a week until I stop using my last pair of aligners, but I cannot stress enough to people looking to get these to really look into it first! The first point he makes is so important! I think it’s my own fault to be totally honest, but wearing my aligners has resulted in me developing a few cavities and has damaged my gums a bit! It has worked to straighten my teeth out, I do admit, but I kind of regret it. I’d rather have healthy teeth than straight ones.
Who did you use?
what happened? cavities? you didn't brush your teeth after meals?
@@samb2166 I did! I took care of my teeth as best I could but it still happened. I’m thinking that maybe my teeth are just sensitive. But it wasn’t just my teeth it affected. There’s parts of my gums and tongue that were hurt/damaged by the aligners, so I’d be careful with that! I did file them down but it happened anyway :(
@@Moon_Child_Mari awe. hope you feel better! Have you visited a dentist to solve the issues? I'm finished my 2nd month of wearing invisible aligners now. I had braces in the past, so I'm confident in the progress so far.
Cut the aligners if they are cutting into your gums etc.
Brush your teeth, use GUM between the teeth picks, use a xyletol mouth rinse (biotene etc) and put some on the top retainer and pop it in. Rinse some in your mouth and pop the bottom one in = your teeth will be glossy in the morning and almost impossible to get a cavity. Your dental hygienist will have little to no plaque scraping to do.
-No refined sugar and refined carbohydrates diet (bacteria love these items)
Smile Direct worked perfectly for me.
How bad where you teeth
Can I see a before and after
I just started I’m very happy so far
@@reneesnyder5533 Still going well?
I just started mine today
@@itzhippo2072 yes, although I have a problem with my one back tooth otherwise yes they are incredible I’m on set 3. I haven’t been the best at wearing them during the day bc I haven’t felt good and talk a ton for work. But even with doing that I’m still on track. I see a tiny diff already. I think lol it takes 60 days they say to really start seeing. Just have to remember why I started this and try and stick with it 😊good luck
Honestly- so glad I stumbled upon this, THANK YOU!
People who lost teeth from this
@@gotlgemhcs4833 probably because they pull on it
Excellent video Dr. I too warn my patients these exact points when they bring up Smile Direct Club. I like to tell my patients the practice of unsupervised ortho is tantamount to worrying about and investing in expensive home decor when the foundation is crumbling and a growing sinkhole underneath the home threatens the entire project.
Thanks for watching and great analogy
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I dont trust any company with highly frequent advertising. I have heard many bad things about SDC
Invisalign is great though. I’m using it right now and I have seen a lot of major improvements.
Don’t do smile direct club, it’s not worth it.
@@cheloniii how much did it cost you?
@@emiidotjp damn is it not for real?
@@tr1912 there’s an Invisalign and someone shared a post where they got harassed by a worker from smile direct club. Even on smile directs Facebook page people shared their experiences with the company, and they never got a refund because their treatment ended up fucking up their teeth even more.
I was 13 when I got my braces and wore them for 5 years.... Of course my orthodontist and dentist knew what they were doing but I didn’t, 44 years ago, LOL
Just started Invisalign and, seeing all that is involved, I would never recommend the mail order trays. For me anyway, it wasn't a matter of just getting a bunch of plastic trays. While my case isn't severe, I still need to wear rubber bands to fix my bite as my teeth shift and will need to have my teeth shaved (shiver, but supposedly it doesn't hurt!) to make space for eventual proper alignment. In other words, things that wouldn't happen with the mail order trays. Expensive as proper braces or Invisalign are, if you consider that you can really mess up your mouth and cause serious dental issues that you have to pay a lot to fix,I think it is worth investing the money, even if you have to save up, to do it properly. Each person's choice of course..
I just got my Invisalign in today. How did you sleep and deal with all the salivating? It feels weird having them in of course and I have the rubber bands in too.
I’m so glad I went with Invisalign too
I just want to offer some reassurance that having your teeth shaved shouldn’t hurt at all. I had mine shaved after my first round of braces (my orthodontist did a really nice job with everything). There was only a split second where my tooth became a bit sensitive while being shaved, and I think that’s because he kept the device against my tooth for a little too long, allowing the heat from the friction to build up too much. Absolutely no issues with sensitivity or pain afterwards, though.
This is exactly how I felt and also why I chose Invisalign! I think it will save me money in the long run.
Am midway through my Invisalign treatment. Its going great! 👍
Did you get the Invisalign with smile direct club?
Smile Direct Club is a completely different product.
It’s been a year, any updates? I just started mine
@@AA-yc9dq How do you feel? My dentist is pitching me hard
Candid is the only company with aligners done by orthodontists, not dentists. I already go to a dentist regularly so I already know the state of my teeth. Yes, it's a good idea to know your mouth health before beginning. The reason people go to outside companies is because 10K is ridiculous for Invisalign.
I did smiles direct club and my results are really good. My classmates noticed my results immediately and my coaches questioned when i got my braces off, but i never had braces. I had straight teeth by the end of the summer and i began on the first day of summer. we got my aligners earlier than planned. i got retainers, but realized i wasn’t happy with my top two teeth..it’s not bad, but i’m just that type of person. i contacted somebody through the live chat to help me with refinements and i quickly got a response..got an appointment in less than 5 minutes of communicating. i believe it depends with how badly your teeth are and who the employees that work in the area.
Truly and without a doubt..it worked for me. I’m 14. Comment if you have any questions about my journey with smiles direct club or my opinion, then feel free to ask. I’m so happy with my results and never felt so confident smiling. I’m sorry if you’re on smiles direct and it’s not working as planned..I understand it’s not for everybody.
@@kailaformacion2931 I just did my appointment with them but I did not put my money down yet I have a big gap between my teeth the size of a toothbrush do you think I should put the money down and go with them
@@feliciathompson5030 did she ever respond to you 💀💀
I have known many coworkers who tried Candid, smile direct club and they are super happy with the results.
SDC is a Scam. They have no idea what they are doing and many people end up having more problems after the treatment there!
@@woolypuffin392 proof? Stories? I’m on my first aligner now and reading bad reviews got me nervous
Smile Direct Club works if you have minor issues. Like small gaps, minor crowding, but if your teeth is really bad don’t do it. That’s not the route to go
Sp if i have just one crooked front bottom tooth that is sitting a bit sideways and is creating a small gap....this procedure is for me ?
My dentist is charging $4,000 for invisalign
@@kevindavid7711 Yes, it will straighten up with Smile Direct Club, which is half that price
@@kevindavid7711 If you can get Invisalign find a dentist that does SDC. They are basically the same service.
I needed to know about Invisalign because I’m getting it soon yay for a better smile too!
bambilipz same I‘m so scared🥴🥴🥴
Thank you for all this information!! I have been binging all your videos although my issues likely will be fixed with just six more months of Invisalign. You do amazing work and thank you for sharing your incredible gifts with the world!
Watching this video helped me decide to go with Invisalign instead of Smile Direct. I think the peace of mind that having the direct care of an orthodontist during the process will pay for itself.
I was going to do this but I decided not. I grind my teeth and I have to align my bite as well so I rather not risk it and wait. Thank you!!! I had braces 4 years didn't get the fixed retainer. Now my bottom teeth are seperating. I didn't realize how much teeth make you self conscious I don't smile anymore. I have severe anxiety when it comes to talking to people. All my pictures I don't smile and if I do I cover my bottom teeth. I'm waiting on getting braces because it's so expensive but I am hoping I can do some type of plan. I really try not to let it get to me but it's an everyday thing.
Always such helpful information for patients to make the most educated decision possible! Thank you Dr. O!!!!
Whoa, nice profile pic smile tho 😳
I’m on week 2 with invisiling and believe me is the best option!!
You used them so quickly, I start also to see and feel changes on my teeth..
And nobody noticed it yet that I have “braces” on my teeth 😍💪🏻
Does it hurt when your teeth start to shift?
Getting mine in the morning
@@spirituallyyoung5295 how did it go?
Hey! How are you liking your results from using Invisalign?
@@-Pridebycreatons- hey I’m not the person that commented but I just finished my Invisalign and it changed my life. Worked so well and was really no struggle at all
How do you know invisalign is the best option? You straightened your teeth before with all the other brands?
I love his first point . I was getting ready to get braces and before doing so .. I had to take care of my filling for my teeth that had cavities… I had to Root canals and had to get a deep cleaning .. so I am happy with Decision to go with the Invisalign considering how expensive braces are.
Hey... Somehow a SDC ad made it to this video...
you using chrome? cause same :]
Your last point concerns me. 😩 I absolutely hate my spacing. I ordered my impression kit from one of the mail in aligners because I literally just care about my gaps being closed. I’ve gone to inquire about braces and am being quoted over $5000 because I also have an open bite. I just got a lower molar pulled last week with the intent of getting an implant after I close my gaps. But now after watching this video I think I might be back at square one having to decide whether I go with traditional braces and pay the 5k or take a risk with mail order aligners..
I see that this comment is from 10 months ago. Just curious to know what you ended up doing (if anything)?
Thank you for explaining the congenital missing teeth issue before braces/Invisalign. My husband and oldest son have this...I honestly thought my husband was making it up--and to be fair, he actually didn't understand what he was dealing with bc no one explained it until we took our youngest son in for his Orthodontic treatments. It was eye opening. Also, it gave us a plan for the oldest. 😊 I don't want him becoming a snore king like his Dad--who does not have sleep apnea... It is all tooth related. Still trying to get the husband on board with needing to align his teeth so he stops snoring. 🤣 Always great advice!! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful. I wish you the best. ;)
Omg he’s perfect 😍 can’t even pay attention to the video
The best advice and guidance on this topic that I have seen. It has truly made a difference on how I approach this issue. It confirms my forethoughts and suspicions.Thanks.
I think it just depends on your situation! All teeth are different. Personally, I've never been approved for braces yet all my siblings were. It always surprised me because physically, my teeth always looked worse from the front. They had bite issues meanwhile I don't, I just have front teeth crowding. I'm also a broke college student so there seemed to be more benefits to go with SmileDirect club!
Be careful about the long term affects of not properly addressing the bite by a dental professional. What saves you money now may cost you a fortune in the end.
Innovative Dental of Springfield So would you say that SDC and Invisalign are both bad for the mouth in general? Or is Invisalign better?
I wish I could get braces.. my teeth are bad.. I have teeth that are finally coming through wherever at age 16.. I have a deep bite.. and bad overcrowding.. The dentist said it would cost more than 10k aud.. I can’t afford that ):
Update : I worked really really hard during lockdown.. starting my own little company and working 2 jobs and I saved enough money. I’m on my 13th week of Invisalign I’m so happy. My Invisalign treatment ends just before my 18th birthday in 2022.
Insurance?
Some do payment plans also
Mohammad Ammar orthodontic is not covered (or any dentistry)
@@adoreyou7449 yes it is, you just need to find the right insurance plan
@@mirandapacheco4160 Not in my country, I can’t afford private health insurance.
thank you so much! I have an open bite with two missing teeth on my left side and I've been thinking about doing smile direct club, but after watching your video I will be finding someone that offers invisalign!!
Thank you for this video. Though i got checked up before by a dentist before my alignment with smile direct club, i still found some important tips from your video that i am going to see my dentist about as soon as life goes back to normal
I do Invisalign, and my teeth are way out of alignment, I’m almost finished but my teeth are far from being perfect, might try braces next, BTW thanks for making these videos, your enthusiasm is contagious!!!!
Thanks John. Glad you enjoyed it. I wish you the best! Keep smiling.
What does your orthodontist say? Most stand by there work and would have realized a long time ago your teeth weren’t shifting?
Ashleelala Smith well I got it through smiledirectclub, didn’t get a recommendation from a dentist :/
John Hogan so you dont do invisalign? You do smile direct...
Joe Perry um I guess so lol, didn’t realize it was a company name vs product name
I considered Smiledirect for a minute, even went to do the 3D Scan but then Luckily did more research and found that it wouldn't help much with my overbite and jaw asymmetry
Yea they are limited
what'd you end up doing?
smile direct only focuses on making your teeth straighter. it does include overbite, but it depends how severe your case is. Mine for example is terrible and by the end of my time using them, my overbite will no longer exist. But I’ve heard cases that don’t fix it, but they’re still content with the service they got.
Does anyone know whether it fixes a slight overjet?
Keira Littlewood yes! I had a lil overjet and 5 months into the use of the aligners, it’s almost gone! (It’ll be gone by the end of the use)
I will say, I didn’t have a sever case of it, it was a little, but I’ve heard not all overjet cases (in SDC) get fixed.
Careful man, they are suing pretty much anyone who says anything negative about them.
Right. We was careful to be objective. ;)
I had Invisalign years ago with a dentist but I massively regret not going to an Orthodontist. There’s such a big difference between the two.
There is a lot of difference between the experience of all Invisalign providers. We are a top 1% provider of Invisalign.
What are your regrets?
It’s sad to me that dentists are allowed to do Invisalign! As expensive as it is, it should only be allowed by orthodontists who specialize in teeth/jaw alignment. :(
@@mscarolwas the regret is not doing the research and finding out the difference between an Orthodontist and a general dentist with regards to braces. The general dentist i went to missed pathology that my Orthodontist picked up on my first appointment. My teeth hadn't been contoured very well, i had gaps too. With the Orthodontist my gaps have closed, my teeth are so much more symmetrical, to an average person if your teeth are a bit straighter and it hasn't taken up too much time your happy, so you pay. Orthodontists do invisalign too but at least they know what can go wrong. These general dentists do a little course on the side and the invisalign company does a plan for them. Orthodontists don't need no plan, they make the plans. They have hospital placements and gain so much experience with complex cases compared to a general dentist. Its like a choice between a crap car and a brand new Lambo.
@@PeaceIsYeshua absolutely
I’m getting a Invisalign today and I’m really nervous but this helped😊
Best of luck.
I'm getting mine tomorrow. Excited yet nervous
How to get it
Best choice I made, had a nasty snaggle tooth and my dentist had to get them readjusted 2x and took an year longer to fix , but well worth the money and time!
Explanation is in-depth but NEXT time add pictures as you go on with the explanation cuz It seems as though u were talking to fellow dentists/Orthodontists
Officer Ricky he never does and never shows videos of his own work, I wonder why?
I just had braces for 6 months. I tried to call and discontinue treatment due to covid since I will be behind on my $200 a month payment. Although I enjoyed my Orthodontist and the plan to straighten teeth I hate the fact they tried to overcharge me even though what ahe stated was not in the contract I signed.
The receptionist at the office told me if I decide to discontinue, they will offer 2 options.
Option 1: Keep braces on and put my account on hold until my financial situation gets better. They will not see me for adjustments or wire poking cutting only for emergencies. So technically, I'll just prolong my treatment and have braces that I can't pay for until I get a job.
Option 2: Discontinue treatment and remove braces for a total of 2,200.
Like wtf? My 18 month treatment was supposed to be 5,200 so how is that possible.
So I decided to get a butter knife and pop them off myself. I scheduled a routine cleaning at my local dentist office and will be scheduled to get the adhesive removed off my teeth next week.
I am currently looking into invisalign or byte. As a 40 yr old female. I would NEVER DECIDE TO GET TRADITIONAL BRACES EVER AGAIN!!!!!
I honestly believe dentistry is such a scam!
Find a dentist that does SDC. -Maybe it is a good fit for you.
Mail order aligners are for basic class I malocclusion cases. Any class 2 , 3, or open bite cases, it’s best to see a specialist.
How the heck would we know what we have?
Tara Segall By looking at your teeth and google 🤨
My neighbor just told me yesterday that she is starting smile direct treatments!! I decided to research it and now I’m thinking she better run 🏃🏻♀️ 😩
Idk everyone I know who went through them, they're smiles are amazing. Even myself. 🤷♀️
Ashley Southerland well that’s good to hear! I want to get them for my daughter since she only has gaps to fix.
Yeah I mean it hurts and sucks, because your teeth are shifting and the hard plastic can scrap the gums... BUT, you can cut down some of the plastic and after the first few days, the soreness dims a bit. It's like normal braces, but without the whole metal aspect lol. Wear them 22 hours a day, don't take them out all the time,, although it can be tempting. Teeth will be sensitive with food, so eat softer foods until you get used to it. Just be careful with the aligners, brush teeth after food, and all is well. It's a process and everyone's different, but myself and my friends agree it is worth the money.
Ashley Southerland sounds awesome! I had braces twice but my teeth were terrible. I prefer this option for my daughters gaps because her teeth are straight other than spaces, and it’s way cheaper
@@slant45 Im on my 2nd aligner tray, everything you said is so true!
Wow thank you for this! I went today and got the 3D scan at smile direct and told the lady I’m about to get 2 root canals and she said it’s fine... now I see I shouldn’t start this until I do the root canals first. Appreciate you’re help
I would definitely recommend waiting until any necessary dental work is done, especially since the shape of your tooth will be a little different afterwards, which may prevent your aligners from fitting properly
Please dont do Smile Direct! There are thousands of horror stories online and the customer service is not worth it. I concidered SDC first, then went with Invisalign and the 2000 i pay more are worth it trust me! I can call whenever i am unsure or a tooth isnt tracking (has not happened yet) and i get to get my teeth checked at every appointment every 4 weeks.
@@woolypuffin392 I may just do that all these bad reviews are scaring me. And also that worries me that she told me it would be fine and didn’t warn me anything. Thank you
@@nonyabusiness2840 Please please do not go with smile direct!
Do your research and find a good orthodontists. It isn't a case of just wearing the bracers and let nature do the rest.
You 100% need dentist supervision whilst wearing these bracers. I'm wearing Invisalign and have pretty regular checkups and it's needed as the dentist will use a diamond lined strip of paper to make space between the tighter teeth as they move. If this checkup is skipped you can cause severe damage to your teeth and jaw.
I had go be rescanned as my bottom teeth weren't moving as expected and had to have another 20 sets. Basically find a good dentist who will be heavily involved with your progress
Last week I fainted and chip my front side tooth also pushed my front teeth up and killed the nerve in both of them now I have an overbite..its so depressing to see and not knowing if I will faint again. Single mom of 3 , it seems like it's going to be a long process to be able to smile again..
Medina Lucas I’m sorry that happened to you! Keep your head up and be the best and most happy mommy for your babies!!
@@pleaseenteraname6296 thank you
Hope you are able to see someone/or have done about fainting! That's really scary :(
@@selty yes it is and I thank for your sympathy.
@@visionsherose6643 are you good now
If I could afford cosmetic and restorative work I wouldn’t be paying for discounted aligners (smiledirect, byte). I’m not sure what benefit there is to get your teeth’s postition corrected (braces or alogners) if you don’t have dentistry first.
Because dentistry isn’t the problem it’s all personal hygiene. No one, not even plastic surgery can heal your teeth from damage caused by self..
It's not a budget problem my family's finances are very good it's just the last thing I want is that people seeing me wearing braces
Bro they look sick, like grills
@@kiy647 not really...
Weighed up all the options and paid the extra for Invisalign at a platinum ortho... Sadly have to get two implants (upper second bicuspids). Really appreciate the videos you’ve made regarding implants. Your treatment process is amazing, may have to travel from FL
I would love the opportunity to help you with the implants. We have many patients from Florida in treatment right now. ;).
I’m doin candid co aligners and I did go to my dentist for check up 1 week before I stared my aligners and got the ok of a healthy mouth n just did my 6mth chk up and everything is goin good thank god but thank you for valid points made. I’m sure I will need future work for overbite and tmj but this is what I could effort... Happy holidays
Im 8 weeks into my smile direct and the difference is exciting already
DO NOT do Smile direct my mom did this so they give you a big box and there was these bags that’s were connected to each other and you pull them out the box as you go and they said not to open it fully just take the bags out. On the bags it will say like month one or week one and she was on her second set of them and she looked and the package looked like it had skipped a month she called them they said it was fine so she kept doing it. At the end of her journey she opened the box and there was 2 sets in the back of the box not connected to the other bags and they messed up her teeth bc of that.
My Ortho sent me to my regular dentist plus another specialist so that they would approve I was ok to start my Invisalign. If you don't get checked first you may end up losing a tooth or teeth. Invisalign rocks my teeth are now straight and pretty.
People lose (four!) tooth anyway when they get traditional brace lol
@@emmarose7491 yes but usually from the back...imagine losing front teeth due to a bad treatment that would be horrible.
One thing about SD is they don’t include Pontics in the trays. I started with a local ortho and was told they can insert Pontics in each tray and retainer until implant is placed. SD told me the same, but my trays didn’t come with them. Instead, they have a closed space where the tooth is missing. If you want a full smile during treatment SD is not for you. Returning my trays asap! Just wish Invisalign were more affordable, at $5500+ versus $2400 for SD. Dental health should be available like medical because they are equally important.
Just wanted to let people know . I'm currently doing a Candid treatment. I have an assigned orthodontist who checks on my aligners progress every 10 days and I cam easily get a hold of her in between if I have any questions or concerns. I'm currently on my 5th ot of 12 aligners and so far it's going 👍
Did you have to go see an orthodontist? Or was everything online? The reason I wana do it is because I work so much and rarely get any time off to go see a dentist.
Why can’t I leave my wisdom teeth in when getting traditional braces? That’s seriously the only reason I went with SDC. I want my damn wisdom teeth! No overcrowding at all.
@@laciehill7164 this has happened to me wore my braces for 3 and a half years but my wisdom teeth have come through and pushed my bottom teeth, to be fair I stopped wearing my retainers because I was stupid and depressed but I'm kind of glad my wisdom teeth came through because once this is sorted I can hopefully have nice teeth forever, although not looking forward to getting braces again when I can afford them 😂😭
The only actual study done on wisdom teeth eruption forces and teeth movement show no effect, there's really no evidence to support the idea 3rd molars need removal for successful treatment.
I couldn’t afford Invisalign so smile direct was good enough for me 🤷🏾♀️
Oh no, I just spent my money on the impression kit...
This is my opinion on Invisalign and other products of the sort. A series of same type of ortho appliances could be made in succession by a dentist with greater success that extrapolating future retainers from one initial impression. That being said, the cost would be greater but rightfully so, because the dentist provides far more service.
Also another thing I might add. My ordered Invisalign and there was in my opinion, an excessive extension onto the gingiva… which, due to swelling caused by the new appliance, interfered with the fit of the retainer. I reduced the material where then it fit.
It was surely interesting to see but I feel bad for people who have unsuccessful treatments or trouble receiving maintenance such as the adjustment I made to my girls friends retainer.
If the company (Invisalign, Smile Direct, Candid) allow you to review the design video, you approve it before they manufacture the aligners. That is not the same process as someone told me with Invisalign, in their case, the dentist did not show the video to them and have them approve, instead they just make the aligner they think will align the teeth and have you to use them. The results are that cause the gum to recede, the teeth to pull out of the gum because they try to protrude the teeth too much and the gum does not follow the protrusion. Be careful when you go for this treatment.
Exactly
I'm doing with Wonder Smile and they show the plan and the end result before approving the aligners for you
@@godakuri5944 how much did that cost?
@@emanuel9063 £1399. Ended up not doing it because they only move the teeth from between the canines. They don't move the molars.
I ended up not liking the end result
@@godakuri5944 did you go for another company? was thinking whats the best one for the UK?
@@rickyrizzo not yet. I have to use tradicional braces. I tried another one (PlusDent) and the results were similar.
There's simply no need to make a gap where it's non existent.
I guess you can try Wonder Smile, their customer service is good and professional
I’m English & definitely have an overbite ,but only with one tooth 😂& I cant afford Invisalign so I’m considering smile direct 😳🇬🇧
Did u go for it
@@petermills755 I’m doing Invisalign,brilliant 👍🏻
@@janeburke147 cheers mate. Is it painful? Expensive? How long would the treatment last for? My teeth are all fine apart from my front ones have a medium size gap. I’m from the U.K. too haha
@@petermills755 Not painful,just a few days getting used to a foreign object in your mouth lol expensive yesss,I’m on lite though so that’s probably what you would be on. 6 months approx 👍🏻
@@janeburke147 yeah there is about a 1.5/2 mm gap between my front teeth so I’d imagine it would be about 4-6 months. So you think Invisalign is best ? Cheers for help
I did Smile Direct Club a few years ago for my crooked teeth and I am very satisfied. I have a nice even smile now. I notice people with crooked teeth all the time, most of them would probably benefit from the Smile Direct service.
Did you wear any sort of retainer after? If so, how long? How was the overall process and experience with smile direct, i’m choosing between that and invisalign.
Any update?
Thank you. In the long run, let's not forget that you get what you pay for
Actually good advice...made me think about some outcomes...thank u Tim tebow
😂 Tim Tebow
Haha. I’ll take it.
Who else thinks the good doc is handsome 🤩. The message is great as well 😩🤦🏽♀️. I digress ☺️
Where does this guy work? "Damn he Fine Dentistry?"
I- lmao
Omg💀😭
Corny😂
My daughter has braces she had major problems with her front teeth n couldn’t even close her mouth, her smile now is amazing she’s 13 and can smile with confidence.
Thank you so much! This is such all great information. I was about to just jump into getting alignments but I’m currently in treatment and healing from angry gums, I will now check in with my dentist before getting into aligning my teeth. Thank you so much for this video.
Awesome. So glad it was helpful. I wish you the very best.
Bruh I hate Invisalign. THE PAINNNNNN it’s not cutting my gums but the pressure is insane it hurts SO so SOOOOOOO bad
Not even
Unfortunately straight teeth come with pain. It’s worth it
Just got a smile ad before watching this
🙄🙄 so this is recommended to me AFTER I’ve just paid £1420 at SDC. I’m just going to pray I don’t get screwed overz
How is it
Any progress?
You are very helpful! I didn’t know what to do first. 👍
How about y’all lower the cost of braces and Invisalign before you tell people these things lmao. Some people don’t have that much money and smiledirect offers an affordable price that does the job just well enough
smile dorect club literily causes emense pain and can pull out teeth
MegaMortal are you saying braces don’t cause pain??? 🧐 Iv had both and braces hurt a lot more than smile direct
All aligners are not the same. Smile direct club doesnt give the same results as Invisalign, or metal braces, but you want it to cost the same? Sounds like to get it done correctly, you need to pay the appropriate fee.
Tina lol so braces and Invisalign are set at a good price? That’s kinda pathetic of you to say. Both of them are set way to high and are not worth the price whatsoever.
I’ve worked in ortho for almost 10 years and I know it’s expensive. I know. But this is your health, your teeth, and teeth must fit to function. The DIY will not address function. Save up, take your time, ask orthodontists for help with payments and options between braces and Invisalign. My office has corrected numerous damaged bites and discomfort from SDC. I know it’s expensive, but it’s an investment. Think of it as a luxury car that’s worth the cost. Your teeth are as important as a BMW.
This video said don’t try smile direct club then a ad came up about smile direct club
I had braces 15 years ago when I was teenager, it was perfect by the time I got it off but now 15 years later it’s crooked again 😏 I’m not sure what to do next, Invisalign, I really don’t wanna put braces on again😩
Invisalign with an experienced provider is phenomenal. Check with the Invisalign website to make certain you choose a top provider.
I was in the same situation. I got Invisalign and it was fabulous, straightening only took 8 months and in time for my wedding because wearing metal for years as a teen had safely straightened my teeth.
Invisalign works great and fast but 5k and up super $$$
Same with me, except now years later I know that they were doing some shady things at the office and charged more than they should have for the work they did. My own fault for losing the retainer in the first place, but hey. I was 12. I am doibg research to decide what I should do now for straight teeth hipefully next year. I do need a cavity filled because I made the mistake of eating chips on break at work that were apparently way too hard 😫
How did your teeth move back to become crooked? Is that even possible
My mom used smile direct club her teeth look straighter than before
I have beautiful dentures, but that is it, my smile is beautiful, but eating, talking, and singing are another thing!
As my husband saids I sound like Dirty Sally on GunSmoke without teeth. And have developed a lisp!
Come get some implants to support the prosthetic and lisp no more. ;)
I saw Dr. VU in Charlotte, NC, I went three months without teeth. It took forever to get teeth. Then when they got them to me, the teeth were to large and the gums were so high I could not get them in my mouth. Dr. VU told me to take them home and try to wear them I could not shut my mouth, this was in July 2018, on a Tuesday, Wednesday morning I mailed the teeth back to him. I live in SC, found him on line that he made these 3 g teeth. And everyone was bragging on them. Well not me, mailed them back to him. My Insurance paid there$1400 hundred and I paid the rest without any teeth. Only thing Dr. VU did for me was pull all my teeth. I am on my second set of dentures from this place in SC. The bottoms rattle around in my teeth and after I had the top in usual a couple of hours feels like my gums are swollen, and I have a gag reflex. 67 year old women that has took care of my teeth, had 8 or maybe 9 root canals. Wore braces from late 35 to middle 40s. Also my medical doctors put me on bone density medicine which breaks your bones down and then rebuilds them, but doctor failed to tell me it breaks your teeth down and does not rebuild them.
Innovative Dental of Springfield could the dentures I have now be made into implants? I know there would have to be work on the bottoms!
Thank you for the honest review. Points me in a new direction.
I just just got my impression kit for smile direct club. After watching this I guess I should just throw it away. I have a cross bite and some over crowding.
Smile Direct Club just went out of business😂 SOB's screen me it of $2k+ 😡 I am now going with Invisalign!
I make aligners for one of these brands and you should see the crazy molds we get. Periodontal disease, missing teeth, swollen gums. Please go to a dentist first. These aren't really designed to be permanent in the first place and they don't base your plan off your actual bite or jaw.
Ayisha H. Hi, do are both Invisalign and SDC bad?
@@fujo44 Honestly in my opinion these options should only be used for cosmetic purposes meaning your insurance won't cover braces bc there isn't anything technically wrong with your teeth. I wouldn't say either of them are bad but sometimes they don't disclose certain information up front and that can make people jump to conclusions and rush out and get it. I've seen some teeth so bad at the end of their "plan" their teeth weren't even straight. Your dentist will be able to help you with the best option catered to you:^) if you have a good dentist they'll have your best interest in mind and help you out
Ayisha H. Okay thank you!
I have had awful teeth for a large chunk of my life sure as cavities and root canals and I am currently missing one of my teeth thank you for the advice
Man I should have came here before starting the smile direct club. I just got my kit this morning. I just generally wanted a straighter smile. I did not consider any of this and I should have researched more. I do have small chipped tooth. So I should definitely put these aligners on hold and find an affordable dentist to see what options are better for me.
Thanks for the information!!
I'm in the same exact situation. I got my aligners this morning and I have a small chip in my front tooth as well as a decent sized cavity in the back lower left side of my mouth. No pain or anything like that no missing teeth and just small Gap in between my two front teeth and bottom teeth but I mean if I could see a cavity then it might be something to be concerned about. Really disappointed though because I was super excited about this and now that I got the impression kit thinking about the size there has to be a downside to all this. So now I'm checking it out
I'm glad I got info now rather than later on all this cause tooth 7 and 10 are curved so imma keep the beautiful smile I have with the pride I've had in it for years
i wish i could afford to fix my teeth. i lost one whole tooth and two more broke apart last year after a facial cycst popped out no nowhere. there was a lot of posion in my mouth from it. I lost my job and have been unable to find one since feburuary of this year due to the missing teeth since they are on my smile line. several of the jobs admitted to assuming i did drugs and that was why they did not hire me. I would require braces, one implant and im pretty sure i have pre donatal diesease :( i hate smiling now or even talking..and its so hard being this way :( without inusrance im stuck with this smile..and a cavity that i cant fix either..and i feel really hopeless...
Find a dental school in your area! It is often less than half the cost of a traditional office.
look into getting a CareCredit card also. Can't live without your front teeth.
our dental school here doesn't offer much like that . ive already looked into it. and to get carecredit i would have to have $1,000 to put down on the credit first. ive looked into everything. @@monicaloveslindy