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Since Invisalign treatment requires the patient to wear their aligners for twenty hours daily while removing them for meals and keeping up with frequent oral hygiene sessions, it involves no small amount of effort on their part. After all the work and dedication that goes into this discreet and effective orthodontic process, it’s understandable that you’ll want to do everything you can to ensure that your results last for as long as possible. Here’s a guide to why you should wear your retainer after Invisalign treatment.
Why Do I Have to Wear My Retainer?
Invisalign works by gradually exerting pressure to slowly shift teeth in better positions, which can make chewing and speaking easier, reduce the likelihood of injury and infection, and prevent chronic discomfort. However, the teeth will begin to drift back toward their former positions as soon as the clear aligners are removed, and this will still be the case when your treatment is over. It is essential to wear your retainer as instructed to prevent this and preserve the results of the Invisalign process.
How Long Will I Have to Wear My Retainer After Invisalign?
Invisalign patients can expect to need to wear their retainers regularly for life after completing their orthodontic treatment, and wearing your appliance in the years immediately following your treatment is especially crucial to preventing new dental misalignments. While most retainers are removable appliances that only need to be worn at night, some patients may have irremovable retainers discreetly cemented to the backs of their front teeth.
What if My Teeth Have Already Drifted Back out of Alignment?
If your teeth have drifted out of alignment after you have already completed orthodontic treatment, Invisalign may be an excellent way to get your grin back in shape. This modern orthodontic treatment can address a wide range of mild and moderate misalignments, and many people have used Invisalign to realign their smiles after neglecting to wear their retainers. Thankfully, these patients are often much more enthusiastic about wearing their retainers after completing their second orthodontic treatments.
Don’t lose the hard-won results of Invisalign treatment by failing to wear your retainer sufficiently. Following your dentist’s instructions will allow you to enjoy the benefits of well-aligned teeth for life.
About the Practice
Dental Wellness of Lexington provides the most excellent oral healthcare in town. Led by Drs. Anthony Feck, Maxie Combs, Carol Wilson, and Amita Patel, the staff ensures that each patient enjoys a pleasant dental visit in a clean, warm, and welcoming office environment. Areas of expertise include general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry as well as Invisalign services. To learn more about preserving the results of your Invisalign treatment, contact the office online or dial (859) 223-4644.