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Invisible Aligner Questions & Answers

Q: How often must I wear my aligners?

A: Invisible aligners ONLY work while you are wearing the aligners. We recommend you wear your aligners full-time, day and night, except to eat, brush and floss your teeth.

Q: Are their restrictions to what I can eat or drink?

A: In general, no. Unlike traditional orthodontics, you can eat and drink anything you desire, because you remove your aligners.

Q: Will wearing the invisible aligners affect my speech?

A: Like all orthodontic treatments, aligners may temporarily affect your speech, and you may have a slight lisp for a while. However, you will get used to the aligners and the impediment should go away.

Q: Will the treatment be painful?

A: Most people experience tooth soreness for a few days after starting each new stage. This is normal. It is a sign that the aligners are working.

Q: How do I clean my aligners?

A: We recommend you brush your aligners every time you brush your teeth. So at least 2-3 times per day. Soaking them in a denture cleaner while you eat is another good idea, this will leave them minty fresh!