Starting My Invisalign Journey With Lyssova Dental Wellness

Let's talk teeth! Confession: My teeth have always bothered me. I wouldn't say my teeth are awful, but they can definitely be improved. I sucked my thumb for many years as child and it caused my teeth to move forward and create an open bite. My top and bottom teeth have never touched the way they should. I noticed it a few years ago after smiling in a group photo and I stopped myself from smiling in photos altogether after that. As a beauty girl and someone who is constantly laughing, I knew it was time to fix this.

If you follow me on Twitter, you know a few months ago I started my Invisalign treatment with Lyssova Dental Wellness. I didn’t know if I should get traditional metal braces or Invisalign, so when Lyssova Dental Wellness reached out and asked me if I was wanted to change my smile, I jumped at the chance. The team at Lyssova Dental has been wonderful since I met them a few months ago. Dr. Valentina Lyssova is an excellent dentist who really gets to know her patients before starting any sort of treatment. We talked extensively about what I’d like done and what she’d recommend. The first thing I told her is that I never smile in photos. I felt like I aged out of metal braces and I didn’t know what options I had as an adult. After discussing for a bit, Dr. Lyssova recommended Invisalign.

You may be somewhat familiar with Invisalign, but the treatment process starts with the consultation. The first step is talking with an Invisalign provider about how the treatment works and if you’re a good candidate. Once it’s determined that Invisalign is a good option for you, a customized treatment plan is created. Your doctor will take x-rays, pictures and impressions of your teeth, which Invisalign will use to create a 3-D image of your teeth. From these images your doctor will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth. While every case with Invisalign is unique, treatment typically takes a year for adults.

I have to wear a new aligner ever two weeks and have occasional checkups with Dr. Lyssova. For best results and a timely outcome, it’s recommended to wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, throughout the entire treatment. This is definitely something to consider when choosing Invisalign. You have to remove your trays before eating and your teeth should be brushed and flossed before reapplying your trays. I’ll share more about my Invisalign journey in the coming months!

Lyssova Dental Wellness can help you get your started on your Invisalign journey or assist with other dental services, such as Porcelain Crowns, Porcelain Veneers, Bleaching, Dental Implants, and more! The offices are conveniently located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. You can find Lyssova Dental Wellness at the Architect and Design Building at East 58th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues, Suite 3200. Appointments can be made by calling (212) 752-7937. Best of luck on your dental journey! 

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Complimentary Invisalign treatments were provided by Lyssova Dental Wellness for consideration of this story. All opinions are my own.

Case of the Mondays - 6 Products To Cure Those End of Weekend Blues

Is it really the first Monday of October already? I'm shocked at how quickly 2015 has flown by. I just finished decorating the apartment for Halloween and before you know it, the Holidays are here! In other news, you may notice things look a little different around here. My website just got a much needed revamp! When I first launched Beauty in New York City back in 2011, I didn't imagine how many people would actually read it. It was initially created as a blog for my friends and family to visit when they needed advice on beauty. Now thousands of you visit daily to stay in the loop! I listened to your feedback about what you wanted to see and here it is. I hope you enjoy the refresh! You can easily search categories at the top of the page and shop my favorite products. Not a bad start to this Monday! Here are 6 beauty products to help cure those end of weekend blues:

H&M Beauty, All under $25

H&M just launched something very exciting - a beauty department! You can now shop over 700 beauty products at an H&M near you. Products are available in over 91 stores in the U.S., 900 stores worldwide, and online at hm.com. From an extensive color collection to nail colors, a body range, and hair products, this collection certainly isn't lacking. I see a lipstick with my name on it!

Charlotte Tilbury Mini Miracle Eye Wand, $45

Everyone knows Mondays are tough. My eyes usually need a little extra love and Charlotte Tilbury's new Mini Miracle Eye Wand does just the trick. This double ended wand is a perfect 5-in-1 product to help banish dark circles, eliminate fine lines, brighten eye contours, smooth away crow's feet and tighten under-eye bags. This powerful product took 5 years in the making and now we can fake 8 hours of blissful beauty sleep in just two clicks. I'll take a few back-ups, please!

LORAC Cosmetics Mega Pro Palette 2,$59

The highly anticipated sequel to LORAC's first Mega PRO palette is finally here! Last year, it sold out in only one day, so get yours while supplies last! This palette is loaded with 16 shimmer and 16 matter eye shadows. The shadows are velvety-smooth and can be used wet or dry so you can shade, shadow, line and define your eyes, just like a PRO.

Wella EIMI Sugar Lift Spray, $18.99

Turn your hair's volume up with Wella EIMI Sugar Lift Spray. Simply spray and scrunch hair - locks will instantly have more shine, texture and body! All hair needs on a Monday morning. Available at beautybrands.com.

Crest Launches Sensi-Stop Strips To Help Sensitive Teeth Everywhere

It’s not every day you learn about a new product innovation that is going to help tons of people daily. This is how I felt when I heard Crest was launching a new product specifically for sensitive teeth. When Crest reached out to me to learn about my sensitive teeth, I was more than happy to share. Here’s a secret – I’m really slightly obsessed with caring my teeth. I brush twice (sometimes three times) a day, and floss nightly. It wasn't until recently that I realized something was different. My teeth would become extremely sensitive anytime I ate sweets or drank a cold drink. I thought for sure I had a cavity, and went straight to the dentist. Lucky for me, I didn't have a cavity (it would have been my first), but my teeth were sensitive. Did you know that 57% of adults may be living with sensitive teeth? I guess I wasn't alone.

So how does the Crest Sensi-Stop Strip help sensitive teeth? It helps relieve tooth sensitivity after one use. 1 strip applied for 10 minutes provides immediate relief and up to 1 month of protection from sensitivity pain. The strip uses the same ingredients as some professional treatments. The strips are small, flexible, and transparent – they can be applied directly to sensitive areas. Unlike toothpastes that take several weeks to reduce sensitivity and are required to be used two times per day, Sensi-Stop Strips provided targeted, immediately relief after one usage (hallelujah!)

You can pre-order Sensi-Stop Strips at Crest.com. Available nationwide beginning September 2014. Prices will vary. 6 ct: $19.99, 10 ct: $27.99, and 12 ct: $34.99.

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Crest through their partnership with One2One Network. While I was compensated to write a post about Crest Sensi-Stop, all opinions are my own.