5 Tips to Speed Your Invisalign Treatment

Invisalign has become one of the most popular brands for clear aligners. People with crooked teeth are turning to Invisalign to renew their smile and improve oral health. 

Although Invisalign is said to be an easy orthodontic treatment, there are still a few things that are important to be aware of. Like all teeth straightening treatments, Invisalign too takes some time to work. The results do not appear overnight, but there are a few tips that patients can follow in order to speed up their treatment process. 

Five tips to speed up Invisalign treatment

If you’re considering Invisalign to straighten your teeth then you may find the following information to be helpful. We go over some tips that may be able to speed up the treatment process. Keep reading to find out more!

1. Wear the aligners at all times

Outside of eating, as well as brushing and flossing, it is extremely important to wear the Invisalign aligners at all times. A lot of patients struggle to be disciplined with their aligners, which can cause the treatment process to take longer than necessary. Wearing the aligners as often as possible will ensure that the teeth shift into a straighter position.

2. Maintain good oral health

When Invisalign treatment is taking place, it is important for the patient to maintain good oral health. If the teeth and gums aren’t in good shape, then the treatment is unlikely to work as well. Bad oral health can result in a delay with the straightening process.

3. Don’t miss adjustment appointments

It is very important for patients to never skip or push their adjustment appointments with the dentist or orthodontist. These appointments ensure that the teeth are benefitting from the aligners. Once the teeth begin to significantly shift, it is important for a new set of aligners to be put in--based off of the shift made. Skipping or pushing these appointments back will only slow the treatment process. For a speedy timeline, always see the dentist when they recommend it.

4. Avoid excess sugar

During the Invisalign treatment, it is important to maintain good oral health. This also means avoiding too much sugar or acidic foods and beverages. Things like soda or candy attack the teeth, which causes decay. The teeth can’t shift into a straight position if they are decaying. The treatment process will likely be done quicker if a healthy diet is maintained.

5. Note any abnormalities

Another tip to follow is to report any abnormalities to the dentist. Invisalign is relatively straightforward, but there are times where something abnormal may occur. The treatment timeline will go quicker if abnormalities are addressed earlier on.

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Want to know more about Invisalign? Our team can help you. If you’re ready to get started or have other questions about the treatment process, then reach out to our office today. Give us a call or stop by!

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