{"id":60,"date":"2021-02-28T14:44:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-28T14:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/blog\/?p=60"},"modified":"2025-03-20T17:15:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T17:15:06","slug":"ways-you-can-ruin-your-invisalign-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/blog\/2021\/02\/28\/ways-you-can-ruin-your-invisalign-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways You Can Quickly Ruin Your Invisalign Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Woman_covering_her_mouth_in_shock__.jpg\" alt=\"Woman covering her mouth in shock\" class=\"wp-image-61\" width=\"289\" height=\"191\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign<\/a> is widely known for its virtually undetectable trays that deliver jaw-dropping results without the metal brackets and wires used with traditional braces. But did you know that this incognito orthodontic service also takes only 12 months to complete on average? To stay on track with this timeline, however, you must follow a few basic rules. Keep reading to learn three ways you can quickly ruin your Invisalign treatment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Not Wearing Your Aligners for 22 Hours a Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One major perk of opting for Invisalign is that the trays are entirely removable, leading to a much simpler, more enjoyable dining experience and oral care regimen. With that being said, removing them for extended periods of time or forgetting to put them back in can cause you to fail to meet the 22 hours a day requirement. This can derail your timeline significantly, which requires you to spend more time and money on treatment. So, make sure to only remove your aligners when absolutely necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Neglecting to Clean Your Aligners Correctly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Invisalign\u2019s aligners are comprised of high-quality materials that are practically invisible. And although they are incredibly durable, they are by no means indestructible. For example, washing them with hot water can cause their shape to warp, rendering them virtually useless. Additionally, the use of non-recommended cleaners, like bleach, can significantly damage their structure. Fortunately, you can preserve their form <em>and<\/em> keep them clean by following your dentist\u2019s instructions precisely (i.e., rinsing them upon removal, brushing them daily, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Forgetting to Store Your Aligners Properly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are removing your aligners to enjoy a meal or to complete your dental care regimen, it is of the utmost importance that you store them properly. After all, the last thing you want is for your braces to accidentally find their way into the trash or crash to the floor and shatter into multiple pieces. So, store them in a sturdy, preferably brightly colored, case instead of placing them in a napkin or on a table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you know a little more about the Invisalign do\u2019s and don\u2019ts! If you have any questions about how to properly care for your aligners at home or are interested in starting treatment, don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with your dental team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Sujal Patel<\/a> earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at New York University, and he has been helping patients improve the look and function of their smile ever since! If crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth are what stands in your way between you and your dream smile, then he would be more than happy to create a custom treatment plan for you with Invisalign. To learn more about this discreet, smile-transforming solution or to schedule an appointment, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or give him a call at<strong> 972-629-9339<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Invisalign is widely known for its virtually undetectable trays that deliver jaw-dropping results without the metal brackets and wires used with traditional braces. But did you know that this incognito orthodontic service also takes only 12 months to complete on average? 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