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▲ 1 r/orthodontics

Invisalign Prior To Dental Implants - What Should I Ask My Ortho & Dentist?

I start Invisalign tomorrow (my first trays) with my orthodontist.

I have plans to get dental implants after Invisalign treatment is complete. My treatment plan is estimated to 24 months (at least that's what my ortho told me at my July consultation).

I'm missing my 2 back left molars (no gaps; it's the furthest back teeth on the left). So i plan to get dental implants after Invisalign.

My ortho is aware and plans to use TADs to move my upper left back teeth up that have slowly been coming down due to the vacancy of my back left 2 molars. The teeth coming down are only visible by xray right now. I had bone grafts around 2017/18/or 19 when the 2 lower molars were removed to preserve the site.

I'm worried about the fit of my future retainers during the entire implant and crown process. I hope my teeth can stay aligned while I wait for that process.

**Any advice? Any questions I should ask my ortho and my dentist?**

For reference: My top teeth are described as "flaring when viewed in-person. On xray,

Moderate overbite & overjet with Mild crowding on top and bottom."

31 y/o female

I was told at the Ortho consultation that Invisalign will likely take 24 months and close collaboration between the ortho and general dentist. ((General dentist will be placing the implants in the future, but I'm also considering finding someone who specializes in implants to do it.)) My current ortho only does braces and Invisalign at his office.

***PHOTOS ADDED BELOW FOR REFERENCE

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u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 11 days ago
▲ 2 r/Invisalign

Planning for Dental Implants After Invisalign?

Anyone here that got dental implants or are planning to get dental implants after invisalign? Please tell me your experience.

I get invisalign tomorrow. I'm missing my 2 back left molars.

I have plans to get dental implants after Invisalign treatment is complete. I'm worried about the fit of my future retainers during the entire implant and crown process. I hope my teeth can stay aligned while I wait for that process.

Any advice? Any questions I should ask?

Side note: Part of the main reason I'm getting invisalign is actually because my ortho says he can move my upper left back teeth up (with TADs) that have slowly been coming down due to the vacancy of my back left 2 molars. The teeth coming down are only visible by xray right now.

For reference: My top teeth are described as "flaring when viewed in-person. On xray,

Moderate overbite & overjet with Mild crowding on top and bottom."

Edit-- 31 y/o female I had bone grafts around 2017/18/or 19 when the 2 lower molars were removed to preserve the site.

PICTURES IN COMMENTS ON THIS POST -- https://www.reddit.com/r/orthodontics/s/vyag8If9sN

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u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 11 days ago
▲ 19 r/BlackGirlBookClub

Ethic Book Series Reading Challenge on StoryGraph

🩷Join the 📚 Reading Challenge: "Ethic Book Series - Ashley Antoinette" on the StoryGraph App! 📚🩷

https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading\_challenges/da1f96e3-5366-41fe-b4f7-72984d5d6857

Side note: HOW MANY HAVE YOU READ FROM THIS LIST? (SWIPE TO SEE ALL PICS)

  1. Moth to a Flame
  2. Ethic 1
  3. Ethic 2
  4. Ethic 3
  5. Ethic 4
  6. Ethic 5
  7. Ethic 6
  8. Christmas with the Okafors
  9. Butterfly 1
  10. The Invitation
  11. Butterfly 2
  12. Butterfly 3
  13. Butterfly 4
  14. Butterfly 5
  15. Butterfly 6
u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 1 month ago
▲ 2 r/BlackHair

Quality Human Hair Bundles from Beauty Supply?? & How Many Bundles for Half Sew-In?

I Need Brand Recommendations of Quality Human Hair Bundles That Can Be Bought From MOST Beauty Supply Stores.

It's for a Half Cornrows (one side)/Half Sew-In Style.

ALSO, How Many Bundles for this Style Based on the Brand You Recommend, If Possible???

I'm open to Straight or Wavy Textures.... Even Open to Curly Textures. But i Will Likely Wear Like The Pictures. I Haven't Had A Sew-In in 10+ Years, So I Definitely Need Advice on Anything Else That You'd Like to Share as Well!!

I'm on a time crunch, so I can't wait for delivery. Appointment is Saturday morning, so I need to buy by Friday afternoon at the latest.

Thanks!

u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 2 months ago
▲ 6 r/octaviabutler

Recommended Order of the Patternist Books?

*****I HAVEN'T READ ANY OF PATTERNIST YET, BUT I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO IT. NO SPOILERS PLEASE! ******

1. Should I Read the Patternist Books in Chronological Order, Publication Order, or Another Order? & Why?

2. Also, What Order Did You Read the Patternist Books in?

Chronological Order of Patternmaster Books:

Wild Seed (1980)

Mind of My Mind (1977)

Clay's Ark (1984)

(((Survivor (1978))))

Patternmaster (1976)

Publication Order of Patternmaster Books:

Patternmaster (1976)

Mind of My Mind (1977)

(((Survivor (1978))))

Wild Seed (1980)

Clay's Ark (1984)

**"Butler did not like the novel Survivor and she didn't authorize it for reprinting after its initial run." (Source: https://www.bookseriesinorder.com/octavia-e-butler/)

However, it comes out again Sept 1, 2026.

For the purpose of this post, I guess we should ignore the Survivor option for now (unless you've read it).

*****I HAVEN'T READ ANY OF PATTERNIST YET, BUT I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO IT. NO SPOILERS PLEASE! ******

u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 2 months ago
▲ 9 r/slp

SLPs with Braces & Invisalign

Are there any SLPs who are wearing braces or invisalign (or have worn them during their adult life) out there? I need your advice.

My orthodontist recommended me going the invisalign route (24 months) but said its also possible for me to get similar results with 36 months of braces. I'm not sure which route to go yet.

If I do go the invisalign route, I want to make sure I can stick to wearing my trays for the full 22 hours without needing to take them off to model artic for my students. Without braces/invisalign, my speech is very clear.

Has having braces or invisalign impacted your speech sound production?

Also, is there any other advice you have for me regarding braces/invisalign? (It doesn't have to be speech related... I want to know add much about both, if possible!)

If it helps, I'm middle school SLP but I still have some kids with artic goals.

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u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 3 months ago
▲ 38 r/octaviabutler+1 crossposts

What Should I Read Next?

I just started reading Octavia Butler's books this summer, and I must say that I'm obsessed!

So far, I've read Kindred, Parable of the Sower, and Parable of the Talents, and they were all 5-star reads for me! (Talents started off a bit slow but picked up in the middle and then the ending made it a 5- star read for me).

I've been doing the audiobook versions of her books but I'm not opposed to Kindle or hard copies, as I appreciate all formats of reading.

What book(s) should I read next?

If recommending a book series, please lay out the order in which I should read them.

I heard some book series of hers should be read in a certain order rather than their own publication date. Thanks in advance!

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u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 3 months ago
▲ 1 r/BlackHair

When to Use Keratin Shampoos/Conditioners vs Moisturizing Shampoos/Conditioners....

TLDR: Just took out my boho knotless braids and plan to flat iron it this week.

I need some advice about what types of shampoo and conditioners to use and when.

Keratin shampoos/conditioners or moisturizing shampoos /conditioners??

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Sooo I got just took my boho knotless braids out. I plan to detangle and wash it soon.... and plan to flat iron it by the weekend and trim my ends.

1. What types of products should I use for this wash day and when?

I went overboard with a Walgreens haul, not knowing what shampoo & conditioner to buy for this 😭.

-- Should I use a Keratin shampoo & conditioner or a Moisturizing shampoo & conditioner?.... or a mix?

2. Also, any thoughts on the Tresemme Keratin Smooth Blowout, Tresemme Moisture, Suave Keratin Infusion, and/or Aussie Moist?

3. Will my curls still be healthy after a keratin shampoo (this is different than a keratin treatment)?

Hair Info:

*Thickness: Medium

*Curl is mostly 3c with some 3b, if that matters.

*Porosity: I'm not sure what my porosity is but my hair is hard to keep moisturized when it's curly. But it stays nice and moisturized naturally when it's in braids or flat ironed. I rarely require moisture with braids and I never require moisture with straight hair.

*Hair condition: Natural. Virgin. Healthy. Never been dyed. Haven't had a relaxer in almost 20 years.

*Length: Based on Dec 2025, it was between bra strap length and mid-back. I'll find out what current after I get some answers from this post lol.

*I usually skip the blow drying step because my hair lays flat easily with my flat iron and a good heat protectant spray.

*I'm usually braided most of the year and a straight natural when not (2-4 weeks per year)... though I occasionally rock my natural curls because braids or straight give me less single strain knots and saves me time getting ready.

Added OLD pics to the end (Nov 2025 & Feb 2026).

u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 3 months ago
▲ 17 r/peanutallergy

Canned Spinach May Contain Peanuts

Given the cyclospora parasite out there, many of us are getting our veggies from the frozen or canned section. I decided to try **Popeyes' Canned Spinach.**

**It had the following warnings on the back: \*may contain peanuts,**

**and**

**\*that it was manufactured in a facility that processes peanuts.**

While I don't have a peanut allergy, I figured this is a great place to share!

(I have a tree nut, mushroom, and coconut allergy for anyone who's curious.)

See label here: https://www.walmart.com/ip/10312199?sid=cfc75ac3-acb0-48a3-a4be-33e9a87d2e5d

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u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 3 months ago
▲ 10 r/FoodAllergies

Canned Spinach May Contain Peanuts

Given the cyclospora parasite out there, many of us are getting our veggies from the frozen or canned section. I decided to try Popeyes' Canned Spinach.

It had the following warnings on the back: *may contain peanuts,

and

*that it was manufactured in a facility that processes peanuts.

While I don't have a peanut allergy, I figured this is a great place to share!

(I have a tree nut, mushroom, and coconut allergy for anyone who's curious.)

Sidenote: Also, if you're **not** allergic to peanuts, you can make this more tasty with Sylvia's Greens Seasoning . Omg, it's so good.

u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 3 months ago
▲ 82 r/FoodAllergies

Nut-Free Granola.... Finally!

Nature's Valley Oats & Honey Granola is the only nut-free granola that I know of sold in stores!

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I have a severe tree nut allergy (allergic to literally all nuts except for peanuts) and coconut allergy and am able to eat this with ease. I just wanted to share this in case you love the texture of granola but couldn't find a nut-free one.

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https://www.naturevalley.com/products/protein-granola-oats-n-honey-family-size-170z

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https://www.naturevalley.com/products/oats-honey-big-crunchy-granola

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Upon browsing their website, I realized that they have other nut-free flavors too!

u/SpeechLangNErrthang — 4 months ago