Important things you should know before getting Invisalign Treatment
Dr. Suresh Amarnathan, BDS.,
Many people have misaligned or crooked teeth, and an effective option to correct these dental problems is Invisalign. Here clear plastic trays are used to move the teeth to the correct position.
People who don’t like to get those wired traditional braces can get this invisible treatment. Moreover, people of any age can get this treatment to fix their teeth. Getting this treatment is simple, but before that you should know these important things.
1) Wear Invisalign full-time
Achieving the best result is possible only if you wear your aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours a day. Your orthodontist will instruct you about how long you should use your Invisalign.
Except when eating, brushing, or flossing your teeth, you need to wear it all the time.
You may forget to wear them after completing these tasks. Hence, it is important to remember this habit.
Initially, you may feel difficult to talk as you do a lot of lisping and mumbling. Wearing your aligners even after these difficulties is important.
2) You may feel some discomfort
You might feel some discomfort or pressure when the trays are switched after every two weeks once. The pain will be minimal for most people.
Usually, wearing an aligner is very comfortable. The severity of pain differs from person to person. Only a few people tell they feel discomfort. This relies upon the person, pain tolerance, and smile.
3) Be concerned about what you drink and eat
Since you need to wear your aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours a day, you have to schedule your eating time accordingly that should fit into a few hours. Drinking water does not be included in this.
Every time after eating, you should brush and floss your teeth before wearing aligners. Even if you snack a little, you should brush or at least rinse your mouth. Avoiding constant snacking will be good to achieve the best possible results.
Also, avoid drinking tea or coffee until the treatment period completes. Consuming these drinks may stain your aligners quickly.
