Invisalign

You should wear your aligners for 20-22 hours a day. We recommend taking them off when you are eating or drinking.

Of course this varies from patient to patient, but typically most of our patients wear aligners for about 6 months to a year.

Your teeth are undergoing a major shift, and some discomfort or soreness during this process is normal. The good news is that Invisalign aligners usually cause less aching or soreness than traditional braces. You shouldn’t experience anything more than mild levels of discomfort. If you ever experience pain that is unmanageable, book an appointment to see us as soon as you can.

Possibly – there are some people who use a combination of braces and clear aligners to achieve their desired smile. Talk to your Invisalign dentist about the best treatment options for your needs.

If you regularly get your teeth cleaned at Flagship Dental, your dentist will recommend a cleaning schedule that best suits your needs. We want to regularly monitor the health of your teeth and gums during the treatment, so most patients come in for cleanings every 3 to 6 months.

A reminder that eating or drinking anything other than water while wearing your aligners can cause food to stick to your teeth as time goes on. Food or drinks can cause stains and can even lead to cavities if you don’t practice good oral hygiene. It is best to remove your aligners when eating or drinking, and to brush your teeth after every meal before popping them back on.

Your aligners don’t require anything fancy –the best way to clean your aligners is by brushing and rinsing them in lukewarm water and using special cleaning tablets that will be provided by your dentist. To extend the longevity of your aligners, be sure to brush your teeth after each meal before you re-insert your aligners.

As we’ve said before, every case is unique. Whether you decide to get braces or Invisalign in Surrey, you may not achieve your desired results at first. There can be fine tuning and adjustments made to your treatment plan throughout the way. Your dentist will provide recommendations for a treatment plan that is specific to your needs – and whether you opt to go with braces or clear aligners is ultimately determined by what is best for you.

Your dentist isn’t the only person that determines whether you’ll achieve the perfect smile. You have influence over the outcome of your teeth alignment too. By following your Invisalign dentist’s treatment plan and treating either your braces or aligners with the utmost care, you’ll start to see the results you’re looking for.

Once treatment is complete, your Invisalign dentist will likely recommend that you wear a retainer for a specified period of time. The retainer will prevent your teeth from naturally shifting back to the position they were in prior to treatment.