Tray 12

"Smile" ~ Nat King Cole
Smile though your heart is aching 
Smile even though it's breaking 
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by 
If you smile through your fear and sorrow 
Smile and maybe tomorrow 
You'll see the sun come shining through for you 

Light up your face with gladness 
Hide every trace of sadness 
Although a tear may be ever so near 
That's the time you must keep on trying 
Smile, what's the use of crying? 
You'll find that life is still worthwhile 
If you just smile 

That's the time you must keep on trying 
Smile, what's the use of crying? 
You'll find that life is still worthwhile 
If you just smile

Smile and Enjoy your day! Next update will be in 2 weeks. 

From Gap to Gone 

Monique 

Tray 11

I went to the orthodontist on November 5th and received 5 more trays. I did a comparison of Tray 10 and 15 with the 15th tray my gap will be half the size that it is now. I'll go back to the orthodontist in January to pick up additional ones. Woo Hoo! Dr. Zammitti has provided me with positive feedback regarding my progress. During my visit he looked at the current position of my teeth and said I was doing a great job wearing the aligners. It's simple wear them 22hrs a day, take them out to eat, and your teeth move. I'm really loving my results so far. I'm almost at the halfway point and can't wait to reach the finish line.

        

                                                           

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The long awaited update Tray 10

Hello All,

I haven't posted in a while but I've been extremely busy. Between school, work, & family I haven't had a great deal of time free time. I at least need to get to the point where I can post pics every tray change (working on this).  My gap is certainly decreasing in size and I'm now in the double digit trays. This is what I've been waiting on because the "real magic" happens now. My bottom teeth (minor spacing) are so much straighter, but I still have a little space between them. I only have 9 more trays until the bottom teeth are complete. My top teeth (major gap) still have 16 trays remaining. I'm ready for it to be completely closed. I don't have much patience at all, but there is nothing I can do about it but wait it out. I'm really excited about these upcoming months. The change that I have already noticed in my teeth is wonderful.   I've posted comparison pictures of Tray 1 & Tray 10 (What a Difference). I go visit my orthodontist November 5th to receive 5 additional trays.  I'm over the moon with excitement!

 

FYI - Get out and Vote!

Monique

From Gap to Gone

Tray 7

Hello All,

I know this is late but I've been busy. I don't have anything to additional to say about the trays. Here is a picture of me wearing tray 7. Slowly but surely it's closing.

I have a really interesting post that I'm working on for you about oral bacteria & invisalign. I'll be posting it for you within the next week.

Tray 6 Pics

Slowly but surely my gap is decreasing in size. All I can do is smile about it. 

Me wearing Tray 6

The gap and I

Tray 6

On August 27th I had my first follow up appointment at Dr. Zammitti's office, which was pretty exciting. I was told to remove my old trays (5) and put the new ones in. As usual there was a tight fit, but I'm used to the pain now and it's not as bad as my first or second tray. I believe that after your first 3 trays your teeth become used to the pressure of tray changes.

During the visit we reviewed my initial pictures from the first day that I went into the office and there is such a awesome change in my teeth. When I heard Dr Z tell his assist to LOOK at the difference. I felt like he was excited for me, which was a plus! He even said "This is going to be great". The visit only lasted about 15 - 20 minutes. He took a look at my teeth to ensure they were moving properly. The icing on the cake was when his assistant showed me my final tray (25)! I'm so thrilled about it.

My husband made the comment to me that he hopes I'm happy once I'm finished with treatment. He's under the impression that after I close my gap I won't be pleased with the change. I explained to him that this has been something I haven't liked about myself all my life. Regret is the last emotion that I think I'll feel. It'll be a feeling of relief. I might be in the front yard turning cart wheels when it's over. It's sweet of him to be concerned but there is absolutely no need. I GOT THIS.

I received another 5 trays and will return to Dr. Z's office in Nov. I'm looking forward to getting into the double digit trays. That's when most of the magic happens! I'll post pics later. I just wanted to provide you with an update.

 Monique

From Gap To Gone

My Clincheck animation:

Hello All,


I just wanted to share my Clincheck animation with you all. The video will show the predicted movement of my teeth per tray. I can't wait to get into the double digit trays. The most dramatic changes will take place then. FYI -  I don't have any issues such as crowding or missing teeth. My only issue is the gap. I can thank my wonderful gene pool for it. The video is also linked to my orthodontist website. If you're in the N.C area I truly recommend Dr. Zammitti. He and his staff have been a pleasure to deal with. If you look at his "about me" section I think you'll be impressed with his credentials. I feel like I'm in excellent hands.



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Monique,
From Gap To Gone