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If you\u2019re considering Invisalign aligners<\/a>, you probably already know that it\u2019s faster, more comfortable, and a lot more discreet than wearing traditional braces. But as with any treatment, there\u2019s always a bit of a learning curve. Here are five things that real Invisalign wearers wish they knew before beginning, and what you can do to adjust to them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Long and Short of It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the first things patients with longer fingernails discover when starting Invisalign treatment is that it\u2019s a lot easier to keep things short and sweet. That\u2019s because long nails can make taking your aligners on and off a challenge. If you like to keep yours lengthy, invest in a tray removal tool, or experiment with different ways to remove them with your fingers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clearly an Issue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the major benefits of Invisalign is that your aligners are clear, so they\u2019re very discreet. Unfortunately, however, you can still stain or discolor them if you aren\u2019t careful. In fact, even those buttons applied to your teeth to hold your trays in place can become stained, so it\u2019s very important to brush and floss your teeth regularly. Furthermore, you should also be brushing your aligners or even soaking them with aligner cleanser. If you do this, be sure to only use clear products, as even colored soaks and mouthwashes can stain them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep it Clean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While keeping your teeth clean is a lot easier with Invisalign than it is with traditional braces, you will need to spend more time each day doing it. That\u2019s because you are required to brush your teeth each time you eat or drink anything besides water as well as floss each time you eat. That means if you eat five times a day, you\u2019ll need to brush and floss five times a day. To cut down on this, some patients find it easier to consolidate meals and skip snacks and non-water beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speak Freely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you first begin wearing aligners, it\u2019s not uncommon to have a slight lisp. Typically, this goes away after about a month when you\u2019ve adjusted to wearing them. It should not have any lasting effects on your speech, but it\u2019s important to keep wearing them so you get the hang of it and don\u2019t set your treatment back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Little Off the Top<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Finally, though this isn\u2019t always required, your dentist may need to remove some of your enamel in a procedure called interproximal reduction (IPR). This treatment takes about a tenth of a millimeter of enamel away to help your teeth fit together better once they\u2019ve shifted positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, Invisalign is a faster, easier way to straighten your teeth, but there still may be a few unexpected challenges along the way. The important thing is to keep following your treatment plan, and you\u2019ll easily overcome any obstacles with time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Palmer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Sienna Palmer<\/a> loves making her patients smile! That\u2019s why she offers a variety of treatments from general exams and cleanings to Invisalign aligners. If you\u2019re unhappy with your smile and would like to straighten your teeth faster and easier than with traditional braces, you could be a good candidate for aligners. To learn more, schedule a consultation at Palm Dentistry today by visiting our website<\/a> or calling us at 949-365-0951.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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