{"id":259,"date":"2022-09-07T16:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T16:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kentdentalclinic.com\/blog\/?p=259"},"modified":"2022-12-06T14:04:27","modified_gmt":"2022-12-06T14:04:27","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kentdentalclinic.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Prepare for Invisalign?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019re going to do Invisalign<\/a> with your Kent dentist, you\u2019ve made a great choice. Used well, the treatment\u2019s clear aligners can straighten your teeth in only a year! That said, you\u2019ll want to prep yourself for your first Invisalign appointment. Doing so will ensure your smile-straightening journey goes without a hitch. Luckily, your local dental practice is here to speed that process along. That said, learn how to prepare for Invisalign aligning trays with the four helpful tips below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Buy the Relevant Supplies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you\u2019ll get your aligners and a storage case when you begin Invisalign. However, you\u2019ll have to go out and buy the other essentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before your first appointment, go ahead and buy the tools you\u2019ll need. These items might include Pull Tools, extra-strength Tylenol, or toothpaste for sensitive teeth. That way, you\u2019ll be ready to wear your trays right when you get them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Start Brushing After Each Meal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign treatment requires that you brush your teeth after each meal. (You don\u2019t want food stuck under the trays, right?) To get used to this practice, start building the habit early! Doing so will help you know how to handle various situations, including what to do when you\u2019re eating out. The result will be a much more seamless straightening process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Put Together a Dental Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s in your interest to make the brushing mentioned above more convenient. As such, keep a dental kit with you at all times. You could add products to it like a travel-sized toothbrush, toothpaste, pre-threaded floss, and mini mouthwash. With such things handy, you\u2019ll better prevent aligner stains and remove bacteria from your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cut Back on Snacking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign\u2019s twenty-two-hour wear time doesn\u2019t leave much room for snacking. As such, it\u2019d be a good idea to break the habit now while there\u2019s still time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, try filling your breakfast, lunch, and dinners with more nutrient-dense foods \u2014 healthy fats, lean proteins, and complex carbohydrates. By keeping you fuller longer, these meals would leave you less tempted to pop the aligners off for an unscheduled snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you stick to the tips above, you\u2019ll know exactly how to prepare for Invisalign. From there, things should be smooth sailing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Dr. Manpreet Dhaliwal<\/a> is a dentist based in Kent, WA, having earned his dental doctorate from the University of Detroit\u2019s Mercy School of Dentistry. He loves helping patients receive personalized dental treatments that truly meet their needs. As such, he specializes in high-quality preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, including emergency procedures. Dr. Dhaliwal currently practices at Complete Dental Care<\/a> and is reachable on his website<\/a> and by phone at (253)-854-2714<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re going to do Invisalign with your Kent dentist, you\u2019ve made a great choice. Used well, the treatment\u2019s clear aligners can straighten your teeth in only a year! That said, you\u2019ll want to prep yourself for your first Invisalign appointment. Doing so will ensure your smile-straightening journey goes without a hitch. Luckily, your local […]<\/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-259","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Prepare for Invisalign | Kent Dentist | Complete Dental Care<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you about to start your smile-straightening journey? 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