In order for your orthodontic treatment to be successful with clear aligners, you will be required to wear them for 22 hours a day. Today, our Richmond dentists talk about what happens if you don't wear your Invisalign clear aligners as often as needed and what you can do if you get off track during treatment.
Invisalign Clear Aligners For Orthodontic Treatment
Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment method that is commonly used to alter the appearance of the teeth of teens and young adults. The major appeal of Invisalign is how these clear aligners can fit into your lifestyle—they are discreet and can be removed for eating, drinking, and playing sports. However, it is imperative that you wear your Invisalign clear aligners for no less than 22 hours a day throughout treatment in order to have the desired results.
What To Expect If You Get Off Track With Invisalign Clear Aligners
If you aren't wearing your Invisalign clear aligners for the required amount of time, you may notice that your aligners aren't fitting as well as they should or that there are gaps between your teeth and the aligners.
The recommended wearing time for each set of customized Invisalign trays is 22 hours per day for two weeks. Your teeth will move more slowly and are less likely to keep up with the development of your treatment if you don't wear your aligners on a regular basis.
What You Can Do If You Get Off Track
Life happens and sometimes you can get off track with your Invisalign treatment, here are some of the easy ways that you can help get yourself back on schedule:
Update your dentist as soon as you are off track with treatment
Make an appointment to speak with your veterinarian about your options if you feel your treatment is not progressing as planned. Your dentist will be able to assess your circumstances and give you recommendations on how to proceed with your treatment.
Ask if you can return to your previous set of Invisalign clear aligners
Before starting the treatment as scheduled, it's possible that you'll be told to switch back to a previous pair of clear aligners. This is carried out to ensure that your treatment will go smoothly when you switch to your new set and that your teeth are in the proper position. Which set to use and how long to wear it for will be suggested by your dentist.
Work with your dentist to ensure treatment success
Your dentist may need to modify your treatment plan and make a new set of aligners in order to get you back on track if your previous sets of aligners are no longer fitting correctly. Your treatment plan is less likely to require significant changes the sooner you visit your dentist.
In order to make the most of your treatment and help it succeed you should keep your dentists up to date and continue working with them throughout treatment.
