HOW TEETH MOVE WITH ALIGNERS & BRACES l Dr. Melissa Bailey Orthodontist

[@alyssaw9394]

My orthodontist is very skilled, but is a man of few words. I would have really appreciated an explanation like this! Thanks for your awesome videos. I’m learning so much and it is helping with my compliance :)

[@TrayMinder]

I’m so glad to hear the videos were helpful. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. Your comment helps others to find this channel :)

[@WellValUa]

The turkey analogy is brilliant. I will try to keep my oven warm!

[@TrayMinder]

Best of luck with your treatment :)

[@xLazeePandax]

This was so helpful and very easy to understand. I started my aligners a few weeks ago and I was so curious about what was really happening when I put in a new tray and my teeth get really sore. I really like knowing the actual mechanism behind it.

[@TrayMinder]

That’s good to hear :)

[@addisyn4976]

Do u have autism bc same

[@elidetbordon]

I found this whole explanation very therapeutic. I had pain for 3 days and I'm on my first tray. But now I'm ok. This helps a lot to understand what was happening.

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for your feedback. I’m very happy to hear that the video has been helpful for you.

[@Unicorn-sg1ls]

I had to take my trays off on the first day.

[@gbessone]

the oven analogy is a good one

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for watching :)

[@panidamakaphol7265]

The best explanation ever! Especially with those props! creative & cute 🥰

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you 😊

[@CrimeWithC]

Since I started aligners this month (at age 30), I am so fascinated by all things teeth movement and teeth hygiene. I used to neglect my teeth but I love videos like this now. Good job Dr Bailey, very interesting watch.

[@amysharp6386]

You have a gift for teaching; very clear and succinct with the information you provide. Thank you for making all of these videos.

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for the kind comment, I appreciate it.

[@uvsarah]

Ah this is so helpful! I was just thinking this about my trays, wondering if it meant I could move trays more quickly as I didn’t feel the pressure. Now I know why not. Thank you

[@TrayMinder]

You’re welcome. It’s a very common question that requires time to explain.

[@my_Kraken_ate_my_homework]

Thank you for posting such a detailed explanation! I just started Invisalign at 40, and it's so helpful and interesting to hear the process behind what I'm going through. Here's hoping my continued efforts to improve and take care of my teeth result in better dental health.

[@TrayMinder]

Glad the explanation was helpful for you. Best of luck with your treatment.

[@ALEXMGFASHION]

I have been wearing my Invisalign for 11 weeks and they are moving amazingly ! I know now how it works thanks for explaining

[@TrayMinder]

Glad to hear it. Thanks for watching.

[@hasnainakiali4114]

How mad was your teeth that's the question

[@4everdreamer569]

This is extremely helpful in understanding how invisalign works to move teeth! I am not sure if you've done an indepth video on why attachments are placed where they are placed and how the specific spot allows it to move a specific direction but if not i'd love to see one!

[@TrayMinder]

I’m glad to hear the video has been helpful for you. Good suggestion re the attachment topic.

[@suekay8]

I just got my clear corrects Thursday. This helps to understand the process so much better.

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great to hear. Good luck with your treatment.

[@sandrafurlan1764]

Thanks so much for providing that explanation. Definitely very helpful and extremely important information! You’re great! ❣️

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you :)

[@tocheannaantoniaholmes4323]

Thanks for such an informative video! I am on week 4/23 of my trays and it has been good so far. I did a lot of research and spoke with my ortho, and decided on Invisalign. I am using TrayMinder and it really helps keep me accountable and mindful as I plan my meals and days.

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great to hear. Thanks for the feedback.

[@rafasimsim]

Human body is amazingly designed

[@TrayMinder]

Yes, indeed. The Body by Bill Bryson is a fantastic book I’m currently reading.

[@af-pqueen4287]

God is amazing

[@slipco1857]

ALLAHU AKBAR.

[@swiitchy511]

It's not designed, that would imply a designer, which would be a supernatural phenomena; not one supernatural claim has EVER been proven.

[@atosreis2467]

Yes. By Jehovah God.

[@julioiglesias1885]

Thank you, Doctor Bailey!!!!!!! I understand much better now.

[@TrayMinder]

Glad to hear it :)

[@queenween]

never knew any of this and im on my second set of orthodontics!

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for watching :)

[@julioiglesias1885]

I am going through my number 12 aligner, and results really show. Thank you, Dr. Bailey!

[@TrayMinder]

So glad to hear it was helpful. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. Your comment helps others to find this channel.

[@hasnainakiali4114]

How much did u pay

[@flower423k]

This information is so powerful and I’m convicted because I haven’t been wearing 22 hours. Knowledge is power

[@luzzisnees]

Thank you for this excellent lesson. Very helpful.

[@TrayMinder]

Great to hear. Thanks!

[@MsJdub99]

SO HELPFUL!! Thank you! 😃 Downloaded the app last night to try. I’m an older patient (39), some teeth are wobbly, one more than the rest. X-ray shows tooth and gums/bone are in good condition but one tooth in particular has more ‘space’ around it (i forget what that area is called), I guess from the movement and changing trays too quickly for some teeth (7-8 days). I’ve been wearing tray 13 for 6 weeks because I heard a loud crack early in tray 12, but that was just before new years. Waited it out as I didn’t have any real pain. Didn’t know if it was the tooth, the tray, or what. Switched to tray 13 after 14days, had more pain, particularly that tooth. It felt weird, extra sensitive to touch, when wiggle or press on it could hear a really quiet click. Had an appt but then my tonsil was sore and with covid being a thing these days I felt I needed to be responsible and reschedule. Pain was not anything unreasonable but naturally if I did have a cracked tooth/root I didn’t want to switch trays yet w/o knowing what was going on. So, another 2 wks of tray 13 to make sure I wasn’t sick. Was clear to go in (at 4wks of tray 13), got x-ray/assessed, dentist said ther’s the slightest line where there could have been a crack but it’s definitely not cracked now (I take Vit K2 in a multivitamin format, maybe in the 6wks enough repair happened, OR maybe it wasn’t cracked at all) told everything but that space looks good but lets wait 2wks longer with this tray to see if anything changes with the tooth’s mobility. Now been 2wks, saw dentist again, still wobbly (I can’t move it with my tongue, or tongue can’t perceive it). So I’m moving on to 14 but will need to have a visit with my ortho for a followup to get his opinion, if concerned or if it’s expected for what we’re doing + my age. Last visit he had said 10days per tray is good if 7 feels too fast. I am inclined to think no less than 12... I suppose it can vary one tray to the next. Also realized that around tray 12 I was taking in far less calcium. I don’t drink dairy, rarely eat it (cheese, if I eat pizza basically). I mainly get calcium from almond milk and whatever greens/veg/fruit/nuts/seeds I put in my daily smoothie and my multivitamin. Still that’s not enough. So I bought calcium supplement that contains Magnesium and D3 and hopefully this will be a help to my teeth and bones. Especially at my age. I hope there a video on the use of “chewies”... I need an explanation about whether it is purely to ensure the fit is proper or if there is also some science about what that does to the gums/bone etc and speeds things up. Been confused on that subject. The “chewies” my ortho hands out are the plastic suction sticks they use to suck your saliva out during procedures. They have a wire to hold a bend in them. So biting on a wire (though covered by the plastic) is what I thought cracked my tooth. I was chewing when I heard the crack... going to buy some ‘Y’ shaped silicone chewy tool on Amazon today. Hopefully that will ensure I don’t crack teeth/bone in the future and be much friendlier (and sanitary).

[@TrayMinder]

You’re welcome. We hope TrayMinder will be helpful for you. There is a video on chewing exercises. The main use is to help seat your aligners better so that your teeth move more efficiently. There is no research that shows that using chewies will speed up tooth movement in a biological manner.

[@MsJdub99]

@@TrayMinder Thanks. FYI I downloaded the Invisalign app also and TrayMinder is so much better.

[@fatimadutra2169]

Great explanation! Thank you so much!

[@TrayMinder]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@nakdot46]

You are a blessing!

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you!

[@nowsgood5017]

You are absolutely amazing and informative. At 30 I've started my invisalign journey. My treatment is set for a new tray every week 36 weeks . After listening to your description I worry if 7 days will be enough time with each tray ⏲️.

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for your comment. Many adults wear their aligners 7-14 days. There are many factors that can influence the timing. Here’s a helpful video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpDKZnykaZdksNU

[@carissafoo6648]

Hi Dr Bailey! I was wondering if you can speak more about attachments? Why do some people have more attachments? For me, they're the ones that really affect me--just because of how they protrude out and make it difficult to remove the trays :( Would like to hear more about this. THanks!

[@TrayMinder]

Sure, that’s a good topic. I’ll put it on my future video list.

[@XumerRaine]

Thank you for describing this IN DEPTH! I’ve watched so many vague and short videos but I want to have all the info

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for the nice feedback 👍🏼👍🏼

[@christinahaque6792]

This video was so so informative enlightening and I’m so happy I came across it. Also, TrayMinder is a game changer for me. Before coming across it, I was trying to journal my aligner usage, which is not realistic for creating a consistent routine. I now feel very confident in my routine. Thank you for these helpful videos and tools. Also, I really enjoy Dr Bailey’s real-world analogies - I love her videos! Thank you, Dr Bailey!

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for taking the time to write a comment! It’s so nice to hear that the TrayMinder tools have been helpful. Good luck with your treatment :)

[@therealbecky_]

This was a great explanation

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great to hear. Thanks.

[@beszaid9245]

Love your app, I'm using it right now :). I downloaded it first and then I found you here on KZbin, a great channel as well. My humble two cents: I think it would be great if the user could set up different ''stop wearing'' cycles, like, Breakfast 20 mins, lunch 40 mins, snacks 30 mins, dinner 30 mins, etc. I'm a software developer myself =). Cheers!

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for your kind words and excellent idea. We will think about how we can best implement your idea. If you have any specific ideas, feel free to email us directly at [e-mail].

[@BoringTroublemaker]

This was an excellent video

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for your kind feedback :)

[@JustLoveOneAnother]

This was really good information

[@TrayMinder]

Glad to hear that :)

[@rapidrenovationsperth3438]

Awesome video explaining it! Thanks

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great to hear. Thanks for the comment- it helps this channel out a lot.

[@lynetterene]

We definitely are wonderfully made, as the Psalmist said centuries ago 😊

[@andraejjones]

This was super helpful! Thank you!

[@TrayMinder]

Glad to hear that. Thanks for watching.

[@kellysaintjean2885]

What do you think about 7 day changes vs 10 day changes on someone in their late 20s? Are 10 day changes the sweet spot to wait for osteoblasts to do their job?

[@TrayMinder]

Great question. It depends on many factors. Your treating orthodontist will be the best person to consult. This video will provide good information in the meantime: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpDKZnykaZdksNU

[@theboyisso6960]

The Dragonball Z analogy was great!

[@breannacraft4418]

Thank you, I am getting mine today and very nervous. This really helps. Thank you so much for making me feel secure! Keep doing you!❤️

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you. Good luck with your treatment.

[@princessjones34]

How did your tracking go? I’m sure you have amazing progress by now! My trays are ready my ortho set appointment for me tomorrow 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@MyouKyuubi]

My dentist just straight up told me all this off the get-go, didn't even have to ask. Only watching this in hopes i'd learn soemthing new about it, and i did... I learned that undermining resorption is bad. :) Thanks!

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great that your dentist reviewed all of that information with you. Good luck with your treatment.

[@MyouKyuubi]

@@TrayMinder Thanks, just 6-9 more months now, and i'll be done. xD

[@mudassarm30]

very informative

[@TrayMinder]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lia_dilia]

Awesome video! And your remark about the need to understand and the understanding contributing to the motivation: I 100% agree

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you :)

[@FunFitandWell]

Great analogies Doc! It makes perfect sense! Let it set so it has time to rebuild.

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@shira466]

So how do I know if the resorption and bone restructure after tooth movement takes 7 or 14 days? Should everyone change trays after 14 days to be sure that the resorption is finished? I’m 51 and I’ve been changing trays after 7-9 days. My teeth are very sore and feel very loose, but I don’t know how sore and how loose is normal, as I can’t compare. I can’t use the chewie in the first 3 days, as it hurts too much, like I’m pushing my teeth onto the bone.

[@princessjones34]

OK so my aligners are here my appointment is set for tomorrow I’m excited a bit nervous but I’m ready 😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@TrayMinder]

Good luck tomorrow :)

[@princessjones34]

@@TrayMinder Thank you so very much I just got home from my appointment about an hour ago my trays\aligners are in my #hygiene and maintenance bag is ready my #trayminder app is ready and updated 🤗🤩🤗🤩

[@soheejo5446]

Hi, Doctor. I have been watching your videos and I love all of them. If you don’t mind me, I would like to ask a few questions. I recently got my first Invisalign and I wonder how common it is to put under anaesthesia before the teeth shaving. And is it common for the gum to be damaged during the procedure?

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for watching. No anesthesia is used and the gums are fine unless there is excessive gum puffiness from gingivitis. Here’s a video on IPR: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3vMgWOhqJyribc

[@ddmontg3402]

I’m new into this, week one, but the trays are tearing up the inside of my mouth and I always feel like I’m rushing to eat. I hate that.

[@kevinwolff]

My dentist recommended to wear my aligners for only 10 days at a minimum of 18 hours a day. They reassured me that it's fine as long as I follow it closely, so I've been ensuring that, but is this too rapid for proper resorption/rebuilding?

[@TrayMinder]

Great question. It depends on many factors like age, complexity of movement, bone support, etc. This video may help to answer your question: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpDKZnykaZdksNU

[@franz3091]

Hello Dr. Bailey, thank you very much for your very helpful informations. I am thinking about this procedure and I am a bit scared about my age (61). Can you recommand the treatment for aged people? Best wishes from Germany.

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for your kind comment. Age is not a concern as long as your dental health is in good order. A healthy periodontium is important when moving teeth. Some of my patients are in their 70’s and they have obtained great results, both with braces as well as clear aligners. Please seek the advice of an orthodontist. Good luck.

[@franz3091]

@@TrayMinder Thank you Dr. Bailey for your quick answer. Luckily my orthodontist is very experienced. She is optimistic that every thing will turn out fine. And if the results are really the same as it was predicted on the screen it will look marvelous.

[@TrayMinder]

It’s wonderful that you’re investing in yourself. Good luck and keep us posted with your progress.

[@PrettyTubs]

Very helpful

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great to hear :)

[@tonylo6013]

Dr. Bailey, what a fab video explaining the movement of team. Great presentation.

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks so much!

[@vanessavega775]

Hello, do all orthodontists move teeth slowly (frontal resorption)? Is that the standard norm movement for Invisalign? Very informative video ☺️

[@S3r53]

Wow great explanation Doctor. You've just earned a subscriber !!!!!!

[@TrayMinder]

Great to hear. Thanks.

[@smackthekat8084]

Hi can you do a video on, How to know if you will need elastics with your Invisalign? because I will be getting my Invisalign at the beginning of January and I'm curious on if im going to have to have elastics. I also have a open bite so hopefully this will give you and idea. 😬

[@TrayMinder]

Please watch the rubber bands 101 video. It will cover most of the bite issues that patients can encounter. Your treating orthodontist will be the best person to answer any specific questions regarding elastic wear. Good luck with your treatment:)

[@smackthekat8084]

@@TrayMinder Thank you!

[@julioiglesias1885]

I have been wearing my aligners for 6 weeks now, and I believe they are working. I usually feel tightness and soreness the first three days. Then it is back to normal.

[@TrayMinder]

That sounds like a normal response. Good luck with your treatment.

[@julioiglesias1885]

@@TrayMinder Thank you!!! I am enjoying all your videos. They are very instructional and informative. Wow!!!!

[@mary_samuelson]

Hello Dr. Bailey! Thank you for the excellent explanation. I currently have aligners and I'm on my 3rd week. You said not too leave them off long enough for "the oven to get cold". About how long does that take? 30min? Also, if my teeth are still a little sore, is that a sign I should continue with my curent tray until a have a few days that are completely pain free? Thank you again!

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks, I’m glad you found the video to be helpful. Usually I advise my patients to not leave aligners out for more than 45 minutes. However, special occasions warrant flexibility. As far as your sore teeth, please ask your orthodontist, as only they know the details of your treatment.

[@dove1470]

You just answered my question with fit liners! Thank you, Dr.Bailey!!

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great to hear.

[@rafanhoo]

Awesome video..answered all the questions i had...i am on my 5th day with invisilign..

[@TrayMinder]

That’s great to hear. Good luck with your treatment.

[@kimberlyrolon4328]

Thank you for this video. I am someone who has boneloss and was advised by oral surgeon to not do orthodontis due to having very little bone. The orthodontis I consulted disagrees and wants to get my bite corrected. I'm 47 and honestly I prefer to not take the risk. I do need one tooth molar intruded and would do orthodontis for that particular tooth only. IStill thinking on how to proceed.

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for watching. Perhaps consider a second orthodontic consultation to see if there is a consensus.

[@gray61704]

I am 56 years old. Went through periodontal surgery and treatment on 2019. Getting my teeth clean every 4 months at my periodontist. I am getting invisalign at my age, not for the look,but more for the healthier teeth and gum.

[@BayramKus]

I change my aligner every 5 days. My doctor said that if you want the treatment to be completed in a shorter time, you can change it every 5 days instead of 7 days, but you should make sure that the aligner fits well.

[@serena201288]

Holly crap 🤩🤯who knew are teeth move and have shock absorbency. Human body is mind blowing

[@TrayMinder]

You’re absolutely right. The human body is amazing.

[@serena201288]

@@TrayMinder thank you for this video btw because I’m getting my aligners in 2 weeks and was curious on how teeth can move so much, and if there are any cons to correcting my teeth 🦷😄

[@tinarak1677]

I’m a patient who wants to know how and why rather than just what must be done . Thanks so much for explaining this. 👍🏻

[@jasonyoung7635]

learned a lot from 15 min video than my orthodontists. i Thank you a lot

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for watching.

[@kkevinj1]

Maybe you could teach my ortho how to turn and lean a premolar, spike on spike collision and im in retainers, he sd let my teth settle for 2 months. The retainer is not gunna let this premolar turn lol

[@hask2515]

I wish my orthodontist broke it down like this!! Awesome Thanks!

[@TrayMinder]

Glad you found it to be helpful.

[@xozeintk8093]

I Too realized my teeth was moved in 5 days remaining days i am wearing for no movement's, On the next Aligner only its started moving again

[@TrayMinder]

Yes, understanding the biology of tooth movement is important.

[@samantha8178]

Because it takes four hours for the process to get well underway, would it make sense to put in brand new trays before bed so that they are undisturbed for the longest amount of time?

[@TrayMinder]

Absolutely! I always recommend that patients put on a new set of aligners before bed or after brushing and flossing at night.

[@zgns145]

Many thanks for this calmly explained process.

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for watching.

[@mikeyyyv3640]

Hey, I just got mine out on today (on the younger side) and WOW they hurt, I understand that They will get better, but Is there any thing I could do to ease the pain? Thanks

[@TrayMinder]

Hang in there, it will get better. Tylenol (if not allergic) is good for pain management, decrease number of times you take aligners in and out, and doing chewing exercises with chewies (see chewie video) to stimulate blood flow are general recommendations. Please reach out to your orthodontist if you have any concerns or if the pain lasts more than a week. They will be the best to guide you on what to do.

[@eriksson5165]

Hi, Im on my 2nd tray and I have been wearing them for 22h per day. However I take them out more around every 3rd hours someone for only a few minutes to have small meals. I do heavy weight lifting and im constantly hungry, before invisalign i had aprox. 6 meals per day which im trying to change. Is this bad for my tracking that i take them out more oftan than every 4h but only for like 10min-15 min each time? Thanks for great videos!

[@TrayMinder]

Great question! It sounds like you are very conscientious about your aligner routine and fitness. It’s generally fine to take them out to eat and replace shortly after :) *Reminder: this is for general information and educational purposes only and not meant to replace the advice or care of your treating provider.

[@MsCantante77]

That's super interesting! Definitely this would be helpful education for new orthodontic patients :) Thanks!

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for watching :)

[@gisxllx]

thank you, Dr. Bailey, this video was very informative and helpful, I got my Invisalign two days ago and the pain has been okay, now I don't want to jinx myself, but it doesn't hurt as much as I expected it to which is sweet. I have a question! is having a midline in the middle important? or is it just for aesthetics? i got a tooth pulled out when i was a kid so my ortho had to take the tooth on the bottom out as well. I really don't want to take more teeth out just to put my midline in the middle though..

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for the nice comment. Regarding midline, it depends on many factors. For some patients, having coincident midlines is not worth the increased treatment time/efforts required.

[@johnchiluiza2841]

That was an amazing explanation. Thank you

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for watching :)

[@namratapanjre2681]

Hi Ma'am, how long are we supposed to wear our retainers after the treatment? Some say it's 6-12 months, but I have also read that we have to wear them forever, at least while sleeping, or the teeth tend to move back to their initial position. Please help me with this concern.

[@TrayMinder]

I posted a video about retainers on the KZbin channel. 4-12 months full time, then night time indefinitely.

[@kmekm5]

This video is exactly the motivation I needed to keep my trays in as recommended-thank you so much!

[@TrayMinder]

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching and writing a comment - it really helps others to find this channel.

[@rashidatanveer5210]

One teeth is up,one is down one is forward one is back all teeth are misaligned and by using additional trays teeth are more behind evrn my tonge stuck between the teeth now i cant open my mouth

[@mstee7587]

I watched this whole video! 😮 you did a good job explaining

[@TrayMinder]

Glad you liked it, thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@talksick508]

I got bonding done and year and a half later My Gap came back Teeth shifted in the middle How does this happen? I had braces when I was in 4th grade I’m in my mid 30s

[@Ashleyddr6]

Very informative and comprehensive. Thank you 😊

[@TrayMinder]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SirCentex]

This was super helpful!

[@TrayMinder]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@mnm2302]

While looking at the doctor explanation my tooth automatically became straight 😁

[@TrayMinder]

Your teeth have amazing capabilities that we need to study 📚! Have a great day.

[@deborahgrice]

This has answered so many questions - thank you x

[@TrayMinder]

Glad to hear it was helpful. Thanks for the feedback :)

[@1surftheblue]

I had just removed my lower premolars to fix my under/crossbite. I put my rubber bands in 2 days after the surgery. Do you think by canine will move fairly fast since there’s no other tooth there? But the extraction site is still healing? I hope the gaps close as soon as possible, since I’m applying a heavy rubberband on that side.

[@TrayMinder]

Definitely ask your orthodontist about your unique situation. Light continuous pressure is best. You are right that a fresh extraction site presents a unique opportunity to move teeth faster. Keep in mind though that heavy forces can cause tipping of the crown part of the tooth, which will need to be uprighted.

[@prettysavage6569]

She’s AMAZING

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you :)

[@rodrigo_lima]

Thank you! I just start using it and this video will help me to keep on!!!

[@TrayMinder]

I'm glad that the video has been helpful to you - thanks for watching.

[@Angelcatsun]

I wish we could regrow teeth

[@beckyburnett8641]

Wow, thank you!

[@brooklynforever1990]

This channel has been invaluable.

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for the nice words and for taking the time to write a comment - it helps others to find this channel.

[@lovejesus12012]

I have a 5mm midline diastema on my upper row that I’m going to close with Invisalign. Would you recommend having buttons put on teeth 1&2. I’ve seen someone have this, but I don’t think my orthodontist is doing this for me and I’m concerned. 😢

[@Nick-wl4qr]

What causes relapse?

[@TrayMinder]

Orthodontic relapse is when teeth shift back to their original position or become misaligned again after treatment has been completed. It can happen after orthodontic treatment with braces, aligners or other orthodontic appliances. There are several reasons why orthodontic relapse can occur, some of the most common causes include: -Inadequate retention: The failure to wear retainers as prescribed by your orthodontist, this is the most common reason for relapse, retainers are worn to maintain teeth in their proper position after the active treatment. -Bone remodelling: After the teeth have been moved, the bone will remodel and reshape itself, so it is important to wear retainer to maintain the position of the teeth. -Tooth eruption: As adult teeth continue to grow and emerge, they can cause neighboring teeth to shift out of position. -Growth changes: As the jaw and face continue to grow and change, the teeth can be affected. -New habits: Constant thumb-sucking, nail-biting, or tongue thrusting can cause teeth to shift. -Occlusal (bite) changes: Changes in the bite can cause teeth to shift over time. It's important to note that orthodontic relapse can happen to anyone and it's not a failure of the treatment, but rather a natural phenomenon that happens as the teeth and the bone adapts to the changes. To prevent relapse, it is important to wear retainers as prescribed by your orthodontist and maintaining regular check-ups to ensure your teeth are staying in their proper position.

[@Nick-wl4qr]

@@TrayMinder Thank you for the thorough reply!

[@قطراتالمطر-ه2ر]

thank you so much Dr. kindly, is it necessorly to ligate the tooth (with a torque spring), with ligature wire or it is enough with ligature elastic? 🌹🌹

[@imannelly]

hi, thank you for your video, its really helpful. Can you please tell me if the aligners can cause gum recession?

[@TrayMinder]

Hi, gum recession can occur due to a myriad of reasons, including periodontal disease, moving teeth outside of the realm of support, traumatic brushing, etc. Each scenario is different so there’s no simple answer to your question.

[@TheRPhelps24]

I am also one of those people who need to understand the why and how behind something so that I can fully commit to getting onboard with it. You accomplished that! I do have a question too: if it takes a minimum of 4 hours for the process to start and 6 is an ideal amount of time for pressure, then isnt taking out the aligner to eat a meal causing us to lose progress between breakfast and lunch? Incentivizes eating quickly but this is hard when teeth hurt lol

[@RSx94]

Do you recommend taking calcium tablets when using aligners?

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

Hi Dr. Bailey, thank you SO much for your helpful videos and app! I’m on my first week of Invisalign, and I’m loving your app! ❤️ I just watched a YT video from a dentist who says that with braces, the tooth roots get moved, but with aligners, only the crowns get moved, and so the crown & root is basically twisted instead of aligned. He doesn’t recommend Invisalign for this reason and says to go with braces instead. I’ve never heard this before, and it’s a little concerning. Based on your video, it’s sounds like they do get moved, but is it to the same degree as braces? Do the roots stay in alignment with the crowns? I’d love your thoughts on this!

[@TrayMinder]

Thanks for your comment. Yes, aligners can move roots. Braces and aligners are tools that orthodontists use to move teeth. Different providers prefer different tools for different cases.

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

@@TrayMinder Thank you SO much for replying! The tiny amount of research I was able to find seemed to say Invisalign is not effective at moving the roots, so I’m glad to hear you say otherwise! I’m on Week 5 of Invisalign, and I use your app every day!! Love it so much! 😊

[@melodyf2373]

Great video! Really appreciate the detail around bone remodeling. I’m starting Invisalign tomorrow. By the end of my treatment, if I’ve successfully moved teeth and the bone has remodeled appropriately, why do people need retainers? It seems there is not pressure on the teeth to move back. What causes teeth to want to move back to where they were?

[@TrayMinder]

Teeth, like all parts of our bodies, are prone to changes with time and aging. Teeth shift due to a thing called mesial drift, a tendency for teeth to drift towards the center/front.

[@mactheman8797]

Wonderful video! Informative & concise... :)

[@TrayMinder]

Thank you for letting me know - I’m so happy to hear that.

[@im2tuff]

Hey! I’ve had my aligners for a little over two months, I’ve noticed that I grind my teeth when I sleep. Should I tell my dentist or do my teeth feel closer together because I’m wearing aligners that take up space in my mouth?

[@TrayMinder]

Hi, patients do tend to grind their teeth more with clear aligner therapy but as long as you have healthy TMJ, you should adjust well to treatment. According to a research paper, "CAT (clear aligner therapy) is associated with a transient increase in masticatory muscle activity (bruxism/teeth grinding), possibly because of an increase in wake-time parafunctional tooth clenching. Healthy temporomandibular disorder-free subjects adapt well to CAT." www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889540620305783 Hope this is helpful :)

[@im2tuff]

@@TrayMinder thank you!!

[@ruqayah250]

This’s amazing 🤩 Thank you!

[@TrayMinder]

Glad you found it to be helpful.

[@Roxanne670]

So interesting thank you!

[@TrayMinder]

You’re very welcome:)

[@Vkteee]

Thanks for the wonderful explanation Doctor 🌹

[@TrayMinder]

I’m glad to hear that it was helpful for you. Thanks for watching.