The idea of straightening your teeth with the discretion and comfort of Invisalign aligners can definitely be exciting! Your beautiful smile is just around the corner. If you need to channel all the bubbly vibes into something productive, you could get starting on some pre-treatment prep-work that’ll make the journey a bit easier. Keep reading so you can hit the ground running when you receive your first set of clear trays.
Adjust Your Oral Hygiene Habits
Even if you brush twice daily and floss once per day, you’ll have to make some tweaks to your routine for your Invisalign treatment. It’s recommended that patients clean their teeth after every meal to avoid getting bacteria and stains on their trays, for instance. Establishing this habit now can help frequent oral hygiene feel like second nature by the time you start your treatment.
Ease Off the Snacks
To stay on schedule with your treatment timeline, you’ll have to wear your clear aligners for 21 – 22 hours per day (or as otherwise instructed by your dentist). This doesn’t leave much room for snacking on popcorn during a movie! Make no mistake, if you’re hungry, then you’re hungry, and you should eat something. A short munchy break can be manageable. However, reducing your snacking habits can help you ease into a more Invisalign-friendly appetite, so it’s an approach worth considering.
Create An Invisalign To-Go Box
You won’t always be home when it’s time to take care of your aligners, after all. Make sure you have useful on-the-go supplies at the ready, such as:
- A travel case for your toothbrush
- A small container of toothpaste
- An extra Invisalign case
- Invisalign cleaning crystals if you decide to use them
- An aligner removal tool
- A floss pick
- Over-the-counter pain relievers, just in case
If you keep these items in their own dedicated purse or container, you’ll do the future you an extra favor by sparing them from last-minute packing panic!
Check In with Your Dentist
Before you get started on preparing for your Invisalign treatment, it’s a good idea to call up your dentist. For one thing, the two of you can review the process and double-check your to-do list to make sure you’ll have everything you need. For another, they might know of other good supplies or tips that can help smooth out your treatment. Never be shy about asking your dentist for more advice!
About the Practice
Our team of friendly dentists at Care 32 Dental of Fort Worth would be happy to help you prepare for your Invisalign treatment. Dr. Krunal Desai is a certified Invisalign provider, meaning he’s well qualified to straighten your teeth with these clear aligners and provide trustworthy advice. To contact our office with questions or concerns, call 817-741-1300.