FAQs about Invisalign daily usage answered

If you undertook metal braces as a child or teenager but now require orthodontic treatment again as an adult, it is easy to assume that the use of invisible aligners will be a metaphorical walk in the park.

And while invisible aligners have changed the world of adult orthodontic care, the ideology that they are easy to use in daily life can lead to many patients abandoning their treatment as they do not know how to cope with some of the issues that can arise during the treatment.

At Clear Braces Direct, our team has over 5 years of expertise surrounding Invisalign London and are all too aware of the issues that can arise during the treatment. We are always happy to provide our patients with tips on how to manage the aligners at home and can advise you on ways to minimise discomfort and get the most out of the aligner.

In this article, our team discusses some of the most frequent questions we receive from patients surrounding the issues that can arise while wearing Invisalign London.

My aligners don’t fit; what do I do?

It is vital for successful realignment that Invisalign London fits over your teeth correctly.

This is known as tracking, and a loose tracking aligner is about as good as a chocolate teapot!

If when you receive your aligners they feel loose, then it is worth contacting our team for advice and a potential remeasuring of your teeth.

My aligners look stained; how do I clean them?

One of the best things about invisible aligners is that they are easy to clean for many people.

So to keep them in good condition, simply rinse them under a cold tap twice a day and use a soft bristle toothbrush to remove debris.

You can also invest in cleaning tablets, just be sure that they are designed for aligners or dentures. Do not under any circumstances use hot water to clean your aligners and do not use bleaches or mouthwashes as this can cause issues with staining.

The aligners are hurting me; is this normal?

It is tough to determine if the pain you are experiencing while wearing aligners is normal without seeing our team for an assessment.

If you are experiencing discomfort with a newer aligner after you have put it in, then this is likely normal and should resolve in a few days. If your new aligners are constantly hurting you, then it is worth contacting our team for an assessment to determine the underlying cause.

My tongue is sore; what can I do?

As the aligners are made from plastic and are 3D printed, during the first few days of wear they will likely rub against your inner cheeks and your tongue.

Luckily the application of dental wax can ease this discomfort, acting as a buffer between the soft tissues and the hard plastic.

I have a lisp because of the aligners; any advice?

Experiencing a lisp or other issues with speech is common when you first begin wearing any orthodontic tool.

Our team typically advises engaging in facial exercises, tongue exercises and even singing to help your speech patterns return to normal. For more information about these exercises, contact our team.