{"id":317,"date":"2024-11-14T20:29:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T20:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacedental.com\/blog\/?p=317"},"modified":"2024-11-14T20:29:00","modified_gmt":"2024-11-14T20:29:00","slug":"things-you-should-know-before-getting-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/things-you-should-know-before-getting-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"Invisalign Insight: 5 Things You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Have you considered getting braces before, but ultimately decided against it because of the metal brackets and noticeable wires? If so, then you, like millions of other patients, might now be considering the virtually invisible orthodontic solution: Invisalign<\/a>. While there are countless benefits \u2013 from the lack of dietary restrictions to the easy oral care \u2013 it\u2019s important to do your fair share of research to determine if it\u2019s really the best teeth-straightening service for you. With this in mind, keep reading to learn five things you should know before getting Invisalign!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Expect a Slight Learning Curve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although Invisalign is pretty hassle-free, there is still a slight learning curve when it comes to things like taking off your aligners and speaking with them. Don\u2019t worry \u2013 the adjustment period is usually quite short. Do your best to be patient with yourself and, if you have any questions or need recommendations, you can always reach out to your dental team!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Any Soreness You Feel Is Temporary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you put your first set of aligners on (and each new one in the series), you\u2019ll feel some soreness. Fortunately, it\u2019s only temporary \u2013 your teeth just need some time to adjust! Plus, there are a few things you can do to alleviate your discomfort in the meantime, like eating soft foods, taking OTC pain medication as directed, and using cold compresses for 10 minutes at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. It\u2019s a Commitment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many patients have motivation at the beginning of their treatment, but it fades as the months go on. However, if you don\u2019t stick to the guidelines provided, it won\u2019t be long before you experience the consequences, like treatment plan delays. So, be prepared to wear your aligners for 20+ hours a day, brush your teeth after each meal, and visit your dentist every six weeks or so for progress visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Your Coffee Consumption May Change<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you usually pour yourself a cup of coffee in the morning, and then continue to refill it as the day goes on? If so, you will need to change your routine a bit. Remember, you can\u2019t drink coffee (even iced coffee) with your aligners in or they will stain or warp. So, get in the habit of enjoying this caffeinated beverage alongside your breakfast or lunch since your trays will already be out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. The Average Treatment Timeline Is Shorter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s true: the average treatment timeline with Invisalign is only 12-18 months. So, if you start today, there\u2019s a good chance the alignment of your teeth and bite will be considerably better by this time next year. Plus, the aligners are see-through and removable, so you\u2019ll also be able to see the progress along the way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you reside in or around Vienna and are interested in Invisalign, then visit our top-rated team at Pace Dental<\/a>! We\u2019d be happy to review your dental history, conduct an oral exam, determine if you\u2019re a candidate for clear aligner treatment, and answer any questions you have. We\u2019ll also be here to provide recommendations and share tips on life with braces throughout the teeth-straightening process so your entire experience is as smooth and stress-free as can be. If you\u2019re ready to schedule a consultation, then visit our website or call (703) 705-7476<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Have you considered getting braces before, but ultimately decided against it because of the metal brackets and noticeable wires? If so, then you, like millions of other patients, might now be considering the virtually invisible orthodontic solution: Invisalign. While there are countless benefits \u2013 from the lack of dietary restrictions to the easy oral care […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-317","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/317","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=317"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/317\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=317"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=317"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=317"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}