{"id":176,"date":"2021-11-18T13:41:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-18T13:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/blog\/?p=176"},"modified":"2021-12-03T13:42:07","modified_gmt":"2021-12-03T13:42:07","slug":"tips-invisalign-during-holiday-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/blog\/tips-invisalign-during-holiday-season\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips to Stay on Track with Invisalign Treatment During the Holiday Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_178068846__1573834737_61820-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"smiling woman with Invisalign wearing a Santa hat and white sweater \" class=\"wp-image-177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_178068846__1573834737_61820-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_178068846__1573834737_61820-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_178068846__1573834737_61820.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re traveling across the country, inviting friends and family to your home, or simply catching up with loved ones over video calls, the holiday season is a busy time for everyone. In the hustle and bustle of buying gifts, making plans, and attending holiday events, it\u2019s all too easy for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/invisalign-clear-braces.html\">Invisalign<\/a> patients to let their treatment fall by the wayside. However, if you don\u2019t wear your clear aligners properly, you could end up falling behind and having to wait much longer to achieve straight teeth. To stay on track with your Invisalign during the holiday season, keep these four tips in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Wear Your Aligners for At Least 20-22 Hours a Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, Invisalign aligners aren\u2019t effective unless they\u2019re worn for a minimum of 20 to 22 hours a day. Not wearing them often enough can prevent your teeth from shifting as quickly as they should. It can even lead to discomfort later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Invisalign patients forget to wear their trays in the rush of the holiday season. Set periodic reminders on your phone throughout the day to prevent your treatment from slipping your mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Remove Your Aligners Every Time You Eat or Drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The only times you should take your aligners out of your mouth are if you\u2019re eating, drinking anything besides plain water, brushing, flossing, or cleaning the trays. At holiday gatherings, you might be bombarded with people offering you snack plates or seasonal beverages. Always remember to remove your aligners before you indulge in any of these foods or drinks. Otherwise, the trays could become discolored or damaged \u2013 making them noticeable in addition to compromising your treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Always Keep Your Aligner Storage Case on You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, Invisalign patients remove their aligners before eating and set them down on a plate or napkin. Unfortunately, this could lead to your aligners accidentally getting thrown away. You might have to wait several days to receive replacement trays, which could lengthen your treatment time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent your aligners from being misplaced, always carry their storage case with you. That way, you\u2019ll know exactly where they are when you\u2019re not wearing them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Brush and Floss After Every Meal or Snack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Between finishing your food (or beverage) and placing the aligners back in your mouth, you need to brush and floss to remove tiny particles of food debris from your teeth and gums. If you wear your trays without cleaning your teeth beforehand, these particles get trapped against your teeth, where they attract bacteria that cause odor, staining, and cavities. No matter where you\u2019re spending the holidays, keep a travel-sized toothbrush, tube of toothpaste, and floss container on your person at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because you\u2019re going through Invisalign treatment doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t enjoy the holiday season. As long as you follow these tips and stay on track with your treatment, your teeth will most likely be (almost) fully straight by this time next year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/meet-dr-mason.html\">Dr. Jonathan E. Mason<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in 2006 and has completed advanced training in several areas of dentistry in the years since. At Mason Dental, he provides Invisalign clear aligners for adults and teens alike to enjoy straighter smiles without metal braces. For more tips on surviving the holiday season with Invisalign, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestervtdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">contact<\/a> Dr. Mason at 802-362-1099.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re traveling across the country, inviting friends and family to your home, or simply catching up with loved ones over video calls, the holiday season is a busy time for everyone. 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