Are your first set of aligners about to arrive? Then you naturally may be feeling a mixture of emotions, from pure excitement to slight nerves. While you might initially be content with simply counting down the days until your next appointment, this is a great time to get organized and set yourself up for success. With this in mind, keep reading for a quick guide on how to prepare for Invisalign.
Pack a To-Go Dental Kit
A quick way to discolor your trays and develop tooth decay is by putting your aligners back in before brushing and flossing. To make cleaning your teeth easy while you’re out and about, keep a travel-sized toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash with you wherever you go. This will help keep your oral health in tip-top shape so you have a healthy, beautiful smile at the end of your treatment.
Start Brushing and Flossing On-the-Go
Once you have your to-go dental kit put together, start using it! At first, it may seem inconvenient to start this practice early. However, the sooner you do, the sooner it will become a habit. Plus, it will help you navigate how to complete your oral hygiene regimen at the office or while out with friends. By the time your aligners arrive, it’ll be one less thing you have to adjust to.
Bump Up the Satiety Factor of Your Meals
With a 22-hour-a-day wear time, there’s really only time for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you’re a snacker, this can be quite the adjustment. The good news is that you can start bumping up the satiety factor of your meals now to find what works! Implementing a well-balanced diet and filling your plate with nutrient-dense foods will help. However, if you need a little extra help staying full, try adding a smoothie or protein shake to your meals.
Figure Out the Financials
The day your aligners arrive, you’ll just want to focus on adapting to life with braces. So, don’t wait to figure out the financial side of your treatment until the last minute. Instead, talk to your dental team about your payment options now! From dental insurance and in-house membership perks to flexible financing, there are several ways you can make Invisalign more affordable.
Starting Invisalign is exciting – it means you’re a big step closer to the smile of your dreams! In the meantime, use the above tips to make the transition into life with braces as easy as possible.
About the Practice
Our top-rated dental team at Southlake Family Dentistry loves helping our patients achieve the healthy, happy smiles they deserve. Plus, we utilize the latest dental technology – from mess-free digital impressions to Virtual Smile Design – to make the transition to life with Invisalign as seamless and stress-free as possible. If you have a question about the Invisalign treatment process or you’d like to schedule a consultation to find out if you’re a candidate, don’t hesitate to visit our website or call (803) 991-7045.