{"id":1517,"date":"2022-09-03T12:15:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-03T12:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southlakedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=1517"},"modified":"2022-11-03T12:15:57","modified_gmt":"2022-11-03T12:15:57","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-invisalign-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southlakedentistry.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-invisalign-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"A Quick Guide on How to Prepare for Invisalign"},"content":{"rendered":"
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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<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Pack a To-Go Dental Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019re 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start Brushing and Flossing On-the-Go<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019ll be one less thing you have to adjust to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bump Up the Satiety Factor of Your Meals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With a 22-hour-a-day wear time, there\u2019s really only time for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you\u2019re 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Figure Out the Financials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The day your aligners arrive, you\u2019ll just want to focus on adapting to life with braces. So, don\u2019t 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting Invisalign is exciting \u2013 it means you\u2019re 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Our top-rated dental team at Southlake Family Dentistry<\/a> loves helping our patients achieve the healthy, happy smiles they deserve. Plus, we utilize the latest dental technology \u2013 from mess-free digital impressions to Virtual Smile Design \u2013 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\u2019d like to schedule a consultation to find out if you\u2019re a candidate, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our website<\/a> or call (803) 991-7045<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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