{"id":65,"date":"2021-03-13T13:27:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-13T13:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/blog\/?p=65"},"modified":"2025-03-20T17:11:50","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T17:11:50","slug":"discreet-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cocodentalcenter.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/13\/discreet-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"What Steps Should I Take if I Lose My Invisalign Aligner?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Invisalign clear braces deliver amazing results, but they are only effective if they\u2019re worn as directed. Notwithstanding, many patients will lose at least one aligner during the treatment process. If this happens to you, what should you do about it? Continue reading to find out what you need to do to get back on track with your Invisalign<\/a> plan! <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The First Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s most important is that you don\u2019t panic. Start by making sure you haven\u2019t just misplaced the aligner and take a moment to retrace your steps to see if it\u2019s close by. You can also check some of the areas you would be more likely to store your aligners. Also think about all the places you\u2019d check if you misplaced your cellphone, like between couch cushions, beneath pillows or other small spaces it could have fallen into. If you\u2019re unable to locate your Invisalign aligner, you should immediately reach out to your dentist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s Next?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You may be tempted to simply switch to the next set of aligners. This could be a serious mistake, as the Invisalign process is meant to be methodically done, advancing your teeth in minute stages to encourage a healthy treatment process. Attempting to take matters into your hands by advancing to the next aligners could throw off your entire treatment plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, in some cases, the dentist may recommend that you go ahead and move to the next set. If they don\u2019t fit correctly, don\u2019t force them. Instead, bring it to the dentist\u2019s attention so you can receive further instruction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scheduling an Appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When an aligner is misplaced, there\u2019s a natural concern about having to spend more money to complete the treatment process. That isn\u2019t always necessary, though. In many situations, the cost of treatment includes two built-in replacement aligners. Therefore, you won\u2019t have to worry about digging into your wallet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To know for sure, though, you\u2019ll need to take swift action. The longer you wait to fix the problem, the greater the chances of incurring a significant additional cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Avoid Losing an Aligner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As with any problem, if you can prevent it, life is so much easier. Here are some ways to avoid losing an aligner:<\/p>\n\n\n\n