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What to Know Before Getting Invisalign

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For a while, traditional braces were the only way to straighten one’s teeth. Though this method is highly effective, it’s lack of visual appeal makes many people stray away. Luckily, Invisalign is an excellent alternative to traditional braces that’s durable, removable, and more visually appealing. If you’re considering getting Invisalign to correct issues with your smile, there are a few things you should know before you move forward with treatment. Read on to learn four things you might not have known about getting Invisalign.

#1. You Have to Wear Invisalign for 20-22 Hours a Day

Since Invisalign is removable, some people think that means they can take their aligners off whenever they want. This couldn’t be further from the truth! In order for Invisalign treatment to work as intended, you will need to wear your trays for 20-22 hours per day. not following the treatment plan your dentist gives you will cause delays and make it much harder to achieve the smile you want.

#2. Your Aligners Can Get Stained

When you eat or drink anything other than water, make sure to remove your aligners. If not, stains may develop on them. This can make your smile look dull and unhealthy when you wear your Invisalign. Additionally, consuming hot food or drinks when wearing your aligners can warp the plastic, which will keep them from fitting incorrectly. If either of these things happens, your dentist will may have new trays made. This will delay your treatment and may also increase the cost.

#3. You Need to Brush Your Teeth More Often

By now, you’re probably aware of how important it is to brush your teeth twice and floss at least once per day. with Invisalign you’ll need to perform your dental hygiene routine even more. Brushing after every meal is an important part of keeping your treatment on track. If you don’t, food will get trapped behind your aligners, which raises your chances of developing cavities and other oral health problems. Needing treatment for these issues may throw your treatment plan on track, which means it will take a longer time for you to see your new and improved smile.

#4. Invisalign May Cause You to Lose Weight

Since Invisalign needs to be work 20-22 hours per day and you have to clean your teeth every time you finish a meal, many people find that taking their aligners off every time they want a snack is inconvenient. This may lead to an increase in snacking, which can cause some people to lose weight. This is often referred to as the “Invisalign diet.”

Having misaligned teeth can have a negative impact on your self-esteem, but Invisalign may be just what you need to boost your confidence. Speak with your dentist to determine if it’s the right option to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted!

About the Author

Are your teeth crooked or gapped? Do you have bite problems that need fixing? Park Street Dental of Grove City can help. Led by Dr. Jake Merrell, Dr. Christina Kryszan, and Dr. Brittany Woodard, their compassionate team of dental health professionals offer Invisalign clear aligners to give you a gorgeous grin you’ll want to show off. They take pride in helping you achieve the healthy, happy smile you’ve always wanted. Call Park Street Dental of Grove City’s office at (614) 875-9500 or visit their website if you want more information about Invisalign or are ready to schedule an appointment.

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