I've Decided To Get Invisalign!

My obsession with my teeth started a very long time ago. I've always felt insecure because of my smile. I have tooth size gap in between my 2 front teeth (Thanks Grandpa). This is a genetic trait that the majority of the my family members posses. The difference between theirs and mine is that mine is the largest! Both of my sisters inherited the trait however they have what I consider to be cute gaps (Anna Paquin size). My reason for wanting to rid myself from this unnecessary space in my mouth is not only a cosmetic purpose, but a self confidence purpose. I feel that having the gap is a hindrance in various ways. For example, it can be a unwanted distraction at times i.e job interviews, first meetings. I feel that I have to work harder at times especially when I first meet someone. That person generally is looking at my mouth as I'm talking (I hate this!). I feel prejudged as a result.

When I was younger I would hear guys say, "o she's cute for someone with a gap". Now my husband on the other hand loves me gap tooth and all. He's actually against me starting this treatment. However, ultimately the decision is mine and I'm speed rolling this thing. I knew I didn't want traditional metal braces. Although, they are effective the thought of someone twisting and tightening metal in my mouth scares the crap out of me! I've done a tremendous amount of research and found invisalign (Angels singing) I knew this was perfect for me. I've done so much research on the product I feel like I should be selling them! After 2 price quotes I decided to go with Sal Zammitti (office link below), plus I had purchased a living social deal, which gave me $1,000 off treatment and free Xrays. The price with the discount is $4650 this price includes a frecnectomy, which I must have in order for my teeth to remain closed after completion of my treatment. This cost also includes up to 3 refinement treatment plans.

Today I went and had my impressions done and paid the down payment of $1650. This puts my monthly payments at $169. My plan is to make payments through December of this year and pay them off in January with my FSA card. I've heard people complain that receiving the impressions is painful,but it didn't hurt at all. The finished trays will arrive in 6-8 weeks. I'm truly excited to see improvement in my smile! Stick with me and I'll keep you posted.

Signed,
Monique
From gap to gone :)

This is what my teeth look like now

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