More and more patients are concerned about their aesthetics during the time they are going to have orthodontics. For this reason, they usually opt for transparent orthodontics. 

Invisalign has revolutionized the world of orthodontics, since it will hardly be perceived by the people around you and will allow you to eat and smile normally. 

Faced with this new treatment, there are many doubts that have arisen among our patients and what better than an orthodontist with more than 15 years of experience to answer all your questions. 

The most common questions are: 

Can I eat and drink with Invisalign?

Invisalign should always be removed at mealtime, so that the aligners do not break or deteriorate. The positive point is that when they are removed you can enjoy all the foods and you do not have restrictions as in the case of braces. 

So that the aligners do not deteriorate, it is recommended to drink only water with them on. 

How long do I have to wear “invisible” aligners?

Patients have to be aware that to achieve the planned results, They must wear the aligners for 22 hours a day. That is, they must sleep with them and they can only be removed to eat, drink and brush their teeth.

This will not be any inconvenience for the patient, since during the 22 hours a day they will forget that they are wearing the aligners because they are so comfortable. 

Is it easy to brush your teeth?

Brushing is super easy, since When the aligners are removed you will be able to brush normally. This also prevents food debris from accumulating, as in traditional orthodontics. 

When brushing your teeth, it is necessary to clean the aligners with a brush. 

Since it is removable, won't it be less effective than braces?

Transparent aligners will be just as effective as braces, but more aesthetic. The fact that they are removable does not make them any less effective. Furthermore, you will begin to notice changes from the first month. 

Can you notice around me that I wear Invisalign?

Being transparent they are practically imperceptible. Many patients have told us that even people close to them have not realized that they were wearing aligners until they told them about it. 

Why do I have to change splints every X amount of time?

It has been studied that tooth movement occurs every 7-10 days. In our clinic we will study how long more or less the movement occurs in your case. Depending on how long it takes to complete this, we will give you some guidelines on when you should move on to the next aligner. 

Once the movement has occurred, you will have to go directly to the next splint, so that the treatment continues its procedure and you reach the desired result. 

Will not going to the clinic so regularly affect my treatment?

Unlike what happens with braces, Not going to the clinic regularly does not delay the results of your treatment. Invisalign is super comfortable, because since they are transparent splints, you can easily change them at home, without altering the result. As long as you follow the instructions of your orthodontist. In addition, the clinic will monitor the treatment and the patient will be able to contact the specialist whenever he needs it. 

For all these reasons, our patients are clear that Invisalign is their treatment. Do not hesitate to ask us any other questions that may arise and if you want more information book your free appointment at Dental Corbella.