Invisalign is a great solution for those who want to improve their smile. These aligners are convenient, comfortable and essentially clear, so you can perfect your smile easily and discreetly. In order for this treatment to be effective, it is helpful to follow these steps:
Wear Your Aligners!
It is very important that you wear your Invisalign aligners according to plan because this is the only way you will see results. You need to wear the aligners for a minimum of 22 hours a day, only removing them to eat and to brush and floss your teeth. Make sure to follow your aligner schedule closely and change your aligners every week to two weeks as prescribed by your dentist.
Talk A Lot Until You Feel More Comfortable
It’s natural for patients to feel as though they have a little bit of a lisp at first when they begin treatment. It will take some time for your tongue, lips, and cheeks to adjust to this new material in your mouth, but your speech will return to normal within a few days. Talk as much as you can in these first days because the more you do, the sooner you will adjust to your aligners.
Expect Sensitivity
It is also normal for your teeth to feel sensitive at first, and this can also occur whenever you switch to a new aligner. The discomfort you feel will be mild and will go away, so don’t panic because this is actually a sign that the treatment is working and your teeth are moving. Sticking to soft foods and room temperature beverages is recommended as this will help with sensitivity. Changing your aligners before bed is also a great idea because you may be able to sleep through the sensitivity.
Do Not Eat With Your Aligners
It is very important that you remove your aligners before eating and drinking because foods and certain beverages will affect the fit of your Invisalign aligners and will cause them to stain. Water is fine to drink while wearing your aligners!
Use Your Case
One of the main benefits of Invisalign is that the aligners are removable, and this is something patients appreciate. While this aspect is great, it also makes the aligners easy to lose, so use your case to prevent this from happening. Do not place them in a napkin because they can be accidentally thrown out, and always place them in their case whenever you’re not wearing them so that your aligners remain clean and safe.
Carry A Travel Toothbrush
You will have to brush often and must be diligent about your flossing routine. If you put your aligners back in without brushing after you eat or drink, the sugars and starches will remain between the aligners and your teeth, which will increase the risk of tooth decay and also cause the aligners to stain. A travel toothbrush will allow you to brush even when you’re not at home.
The dentists at Upper Fort Dental can help you improve your smile, so contact us today to schedule an appointment!
