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Invisalign<\/a> is known for being considerably more convenient than traditional braces. Since there aren\u2019t dietary restrictions, cumbersome oral hygiene regimens, or monthly adjustment appointments, it\u2019s easy to see why! While all of that is true, patients are still responsible for wearing their aligners for a minimum of 22 hours a day to stay on-track with their treatment plan. If you\u2019re having trouble meeting this goal, keep reading for four helpful tips!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Only Remove Your Aligners When It\u2019s Absolutely Necessary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s common for patients to develop a few less-than-ideal habits during their orthodontic treatment, like taking their aligners out when their teeth feel sore. However, doing so makes it extremely difficult to wear your aligners for 22 hours a day. That\u2019s why we recommend taking a different approach: switching to each new set of trays before bed. That way, you sleep through the period of time when your teeth are moving the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Multi-Task Where You Can<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Multi-tasking is also extremely helpful when it comes to wearing your aligners for the recommended amount of time. One example is soaking them in a cleaning solution while you\u2019re eating dinner. Another is drinking your coffee with your breakfast instead of sipping on it over the course of several hours. Minor changes to your day-to-day routine may seem insignificant, but they can make a big difference in whether or not you wear your aligners for 22 hours a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Eat Satiating, Well-Balanced Meals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Eating healthy, well-balanced meals will certainly benefit your oral and overall health. It will also help keep you full, limiting the desire to snack throughout the morning or afternoon. This is crucial because you need to remove your aligners before eating or drinking anything other than water. So, each snack digs into your aligner-free time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Use the Stopwatch on Your Phone as a Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Last, but certainly not least, use the stopwatch on your phone as a guide. That way, you have an idea of how close or far you are from the mark. With this information, you can make the necessary adjustments to your routine to ensure you stay on-track with your treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Our team at Weldon Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry of Ocala<\/a> isn\u2019t just here to create your Invisalign treatment plan. We\u2019re here to be an ongoing resource throughout your teeth-straightening journey so you always have somewhere to turn for answers, recommendations, and tips. If you are interested in clear aligner treatment and want to find out if you\u2019re a candidate, then don\u2019t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us via our website<\/a> or by phone at (352) 622-3236<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Invisalign is known for being considerably more convenient than traditional braces. Since there aren\u2019t dietary restrictions, cumbersome oral hygiene regimens, or monthly adjustment appointments, it\u2019s easy to see why! While all of that is true, patients are still responsible for wearing their aligners for a minimum of 22 hours a day to stay on-track with […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-483","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n4 Tips That Will Help You Wear Your Invisalign Aligners for 22 Hours a Day<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Having trouble meeting your 22-hour wear-time with Invisalign? 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