{"id":33,"date":"2022-03-14T03:06:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-14T03:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/?p=33"},"modified":"2022-04-20T16:10:05","modified_gmt":"2022-04-20T16:10:05","slug":"invisalign-what-to-know-before-getting-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/invisalign-what-to-know-before-getting-it\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things You Should Know Before Getting Invisalign"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_326993174__1648745907_41836-edited.jpg\" alt=\"person putting on Invisalign aligner tray and smiling\" class=\"wp-image-38\" width=\"302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_326993174__1648745907_41836-edited.jpg 477w, https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_326993174__1648745907_41836-edited-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have gaps between your pearly whites, misaligned teeth, or bite issues? If so, you may be interested in getting Invisalign to correct your smile. These clear aligners are often preferred over traditional braces due to their more aesthetically appealing appearance and ability to fix smile problems in a shorter period of time. If you\u2019re thinking about getting clear aligners to improve your smile, read on to learn about five things you may not have known about Invisalign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: You Have to Wear Invisalign for 20-22 Hours a Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Invisalign works by putting a small but consistent amount of pressure on your teeth. Over time, this moves them into a more desirable position. In order for treatment to be as effective as possible, you will need to wear each set of clear aligners for 20 to 22 hours each day. If you don\u2019t, this may cause complications or delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: Invisalign May Cause You to Lose Weight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since Invisalign trays have to be worn so often, it\u2019s inconvenient to take them out every time you want a snack. For this reason, you will likely find that you eat less during the treatment. This is often referred to as the \u201cInvisalign diet\u201d and may cause you to lose weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: You Need to Brush Your Teeth More Often<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of a good oral hygiene routine, you should brush your teeth twice per day and floss every night. During Invisalign treatment, you\u2019ll need to get used to cleaning your teeth more often. You will have to brush and floss after each meal to remove food particles and bacteria from your smile so they don\u2019t become trapped between your teeth and aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: Your Aligners Can Get Stained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most appealing things about Invisalign as opposed to traditional braces is that the aligner trays are clear. But, if you don\u2019t take good care of them, they can become stained and make your smile look dull. Make sure to soak them in a cleaning solution made for dentures, retainers, or one specifically made for Invisalign at least once per day to keep them looking their best and smelling fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5: You\u2019ll Need to Wear a Retainer Afterward<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve completed your Invisalign treatment, you may think that\u2019s the last thing you\u2019ll ever have to do to maintain your new smile. But, after you\u2019re done with your last set of aligners, your dentist will have you fitted for a retainer. Though the amount of time you have to wear this each day may vary, you may need to wear it as often as you wore your aligners until your dentist says it\u2019s okay to start cutting back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, there are several things about Invisalign treatment that you will have to get used to. Make sure to take good care of your aligners and wear them as long as your dentist recommends so a more beautiful smile can be yours in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking about getting clear aligners to improve your smile, the talented Minot team at Souris Valley Dental Group is here to help. Led by five talented dentists, they offer Invisalign treatment to correct issues with your smile so you can feel more confident in the look and function of your pearly whites. Visit Souris Valley Dental Group\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call their office at (701) 852-5595 for more information on Invisalign or to schedule a consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have gaps between your pearly whites, misaligned teeth, or bite issues? If so, you may be interested in getting Invisalign to correct your smile. These clear aligners are often preferred over traditional braces due to their more aesthetically appealing appearance and ability to fix smile problems in a shorter period of time. 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