Brace(less) Face: Getting the right fit with @Invisalign #ad

After getting x-rays and examined by the orthodontist we learned that The Bee has congenitally missing teeth as well as severe crowding, making her a perfect candidate for braces. Pricing options were provided for both traditional braces and Invisilign. We have been weighing our options when it comes to our final decision but I had an opportunity to attend a meet and greet with representatives from Invisalign and learned a few things that are helping me research such an important decision for my daughter.

Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners made of lightweight plastic that sit smoothly on the teeth allowing for a more comfortable fit and they work as effectively as traditional metal braces. The aligners are a firm piece of plastic that fits over the teeth. This allows some flexibility in use such as being able to take out the aligners during meals and being able to remove them during teeth brushing (which is a bonus for those with...rushed dental habits).

Invisalign works the same way as braces. Force is applied to the tooth forcing it to move into the proper position.

The teens present who were both wearing Invisalign braces said that there was a little pressure when they are first fitted but otherwise no pain as their teeth are being straightened. 

If your teen plays sports they are less likely to have a serious injury if hit in the face while wearing Invisalign than braces.  

This was important to The Bee who had previously suffered from a tooth injury. She has recently started playing volleyball and was worried about getting hit in the mouth with the ball. She is still worried about getting hit in the mouth she does not feel that her injury will be "so traumatic!"

Everyone is different and there are many factors that determine the cost of Invisalign. But, in most cases, Invisalign is comparable in cost to traditional braces.  Check out the Cost Calculator. Most dental insurances plans cover Invisalign.

The estimate from our insurance carrier priced the Invisaligns at a wee bit more than traditional braces but it is not impossible. The Dad and I are making a plan to do what will be best for The Bee. 

The Invisalign aligners must be worn 22 hours a day and have an indicator that helps parents to know if their teen is wearing them as indicated. 

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this!

My kid is at that stage where she is non compliant about things that really are not debatable. That said, she will not be able to fake her way through her dental treatment. There is a blue indicator that fades away between fittings so any claims of, "But I *was* wearing them at all times!" can and will be backed up. 

The aligners can be cleaned with a toothbrush and water. 

Another bonus to having aligners able to be removed is that they can be easily cleaned during routine morning and evening routines. 

Overall, this seems like the best choice for us. We have a follow up with our dentist to continue our research.

If you'd like more information, please visit Invisalign and make your own decisions. 

Good luck and happy smiles!

Gratuitous shot of kid. Notices how she hides her lower teeth. 

Read about our other adventures in dentistry:
My Tooth is Loose!
*Her* Tooth is Loose!

This post was sponsored by Invisialign and offered by SITS. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

#ihartholidays: She Liked It

This week Kevin Hart waxes poetically about his children being a bit more hip and smarter than he.



I can totally empathize.
My tween is growing up.
*wipes tear*

 This was the first year that my shopping did not take me to areas of stores bedazzled in pinks and plastic and lights. For Christmas my daughter asked for a few things that would qualify as "big girl" gifts, among them software for editing videos that she creates. After a few hiccups in school, she has proved that the software she requested will not be too much of a distraction for her school work and videos from her have been made.

The Bee has been hunched over a computer for hours creating videos that get way more views than my vlogs. It confuses me a bit because I swear at this age my sister and I were still playing with Barbies. I can remember the thrill of a new Barbie anything, dressing up the dolls and clinging to the fantasy that came secured in a pink box.

My kid...nope. She asked for computer software, books and other practical things that make me feel like I am pushing her too soon to become mature but knowing that she is becoming a young lady.


Enjoy her work and have a happy holiday!





r's note: This was a sponsored post but all thoughts and opinions are my own.