Invisalign’s Biggest Problem

Invisalign aligners need to be worn consistently for most effective tooth straightening and best results.

This means only removing the aligners to eat and brush.

This is the same with braces. Braces cannot be removed because consistent wear is necessary for teeth to align properly.

In my experience as both an Invisalign patient and doctor, the benefits of aligners -- aesthetics, no diet/food restrictions, better hygiene, etc. -- far outweigh the downside of requiring discipline to wear the Invisalign.

My patient's typically form a routine for aligner wear within a week or two that becomes such a habit that they feel uncomfortable if they're not wearing the Invisalign.

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[kaidtuck]

Bloody expensive. Definitely gives me a reason to be disciplined

[FresaPeroNoParaTuMermelada]

lost 50 pounds the first month on these suckers. well not quite, but i can't snack every 2 hours like i used to. that's the only reason i am staying commited to the invisalign, i see them as a weight loss tool. straight teeth is a plus.

[mercedesb]

I am disciplined I have them for almost two years and I can’t believe I’m taking them off in 2 months from now I’m so excited it changed my face completely

[vickie]

My parents spent too much for me to consider not wearing them plus, I want these attachments off as soon as possible 😂😂😂 very grateful tho!

[eloyzamora]

Just started my clear aligners 12/7/23. I have to wear 13 trays for 2 weeks each. From start to finish my smile will change in 6 months. My insurance paid $2000 my wife works at the dental office, her company paid the additional $2000. Luckily i paid nothing out of pocket

[acmdu]

You ain't neva lied. I have never been more diligent about brushing my teeth since I started wearing Invisalign. As soon as i finish eating they go back in. This dude has to be strong. I need the pick to remove my Invisalign. They don't "Pop" out that easily. 😂

[everythingentertaining]

I got my Invisalign last week, a little updated here with the new Invisalign. Now you don’t have to remove them to eat, you can eat with your trays in. You now have to only remove them to brush and floss. And treatment process and its length will vary case by case. My husband’s teeth got fixed in just 4 months. I have been told by my doctor that my treatment (if I followed as directed) will take less than 4 months. 😊😊

[darklightangles]

With the money I spent I'll live in it.

[AAvfx]

My daughter is 16yo, started the process 2 months ago. The changes are amazing for this time frame, we're very satisfied. It does hurt, as she describes, but she's crying from happiness to see the teeth moving rapidly! It's so gratifying for all the family. We're thrilled to continue. She manages the pain quite extraordinary 😀😁😁❤❤

[amirfraser]

Best part of my invisalign journey thus far. I don't feel of slight discomfort! Currently on tray #63. Had new scanned today for new lots of aligners.

[gachawolfpaw]

For me it's wearing 24/7, it's absolutely a pain!! Sometimes you forget to wear 23 or 22 hours. I'm literally thinking about getting braces because of this. For anyone who lives a busy life or forget easily, forget about choosing invisible lines.

[Itzurfavvvv]

Invisalign has helped me get into better habit in brushing my teeth twice a day

[anna-mariageorgiades]

22 hours. You get used to it. It's a sacrifice so if you are paying for them might as well go through it.

[ywjangx]

I take them off sometimes just cause I feel like it’s in wrong and just cause it’s satisfying… but I put them right back in!

[Emersonslifee]

I have Invisalign again and I’m in so much pain my test hurt so bad and I hate all the attachments they put on my teeth they hurt

[ohigh]

Honestly after a few weeks, you fall into a routine and its not too crazy to wear them for the required 18-22 hrs

[usingbombkush]

On my third day of Invisalign and sucks I can’t eat like before

[Purple-Pepper]

I wish I even had the option to have Invisalign and it bothers the hell out of me that people don't follow through with it when there are people like me who would prefer to have it but actually physically can't

[I_LOVE_JESUS-zy]

You don't have to have them in 24/7 18 hours a day is enough

[L]

I have 32 trays change weekly. Really hope it’s off in 8 months perfect and no refinements just retainers! On third tray now!