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What is the average number of Invisalign trays?
People with severe to minor dental issues use Invisalign aligners to get a beautiful, straight-looking smile. The most common question patients ask during the Invisalign treatment is how many Invisalign trays they will need. And the answer to that is subjective. Every patient is different, hence their tooth condition; therefore, it is difficult to tell the average number of Invisalign trays used during the treatment beforehand. If your tooth condition is less prominent and can be treated easily, then you have to wear 20-30 Invisalign trays during your treatment. However, if you have severe crowding or misaligned teeth, it can take up to 50 or more trays to properly align your teeth.
During your teeth straightening process, your dentist will assist your teeth situation and give you the required number of Invisalign trays you must wear daily to see effective results. In addition, if you have fewer dental issues that can be treated easily, your dentist will only give you a set of 10 aligner trays.
What precautions to follow when using Invisalign trays?
To save yourself from using an extra Invisalign tray and speed up the treatment process, it is vital to follow some precautionary measures to ensure the Invisalign tray is working properly. Some of the things that you take care of are listed below:
- Wear your Invisalign tray for more than 20 hours daily for desired results.
- Limit food consumption with artificial coloring as it can harm the quality of your Invisalign tray.
- Don’t smoke with your Invisalign tray in your mouth. It will damage your aligners.
- Wash your Invisalign tray properly before putting it in again. Use lukewarm water to clean your tray.
- Maintain proper dental hygiene. Brush and floss your teeth after every meal.
Lastly, if you face any problem with your Invisalign treatment, it is crucial to consult your dentist for proper treatment.
