Whether you are at your favorite restaurant or getting ready to enjoy a home-cooked meal, you might have wrapped your Invisalign in a napkin. After finishing up your food, you notice that your aligners have suddenly disappeared. This can be worrying, and it’s easy to imagine that it will set your treatment back. Thankfully, it might not, but keep reading to learn what you should do right away.
What Should I Do If I Lost My Invisalign Trays?
Firstly, it’s important to check your surroundings. You can make sure they didn’t slide off where you had put them originally. Since aligners can be small, it doesn’t hurt to reach your hand into small crevices they might’ve slid into.
After taking a few minutes to search, if you can’t find them, then it’s important to reach out to your dentist. They can help give you the next steps on what to do to help ensure your treatment stays on track. For instance, if it was about time to move on over to the following set, then you may be able to do so early! In other cases, you may need to go back to your previous pair for the time being until your provider reorders a replacement.
How Can I Avoid Losing My Aligners?
While you may have been a bit worried about losing your Invisalign, it’s important to make sure you keep a good eye on them in the future. The best way you can do this is by always keeping a case with you. Putting them in a designated place will help you remember where they are.
Many people often find success in keeping a spare nearby, whether that’s in their car or bag! Additionally, try to avoid using anything else to help store your aligners. Napkins or leaving them out can make them more prone to being thrown out or damaged.
Why Is It Important to Keep My Invisalign Safe?
If you tend to lose your trays too often, then it might cause delays to your treatment. You have to wear them for 20 to 22 hours every day. This will put your teeth under consistent, gentle pressure to keep them shifting. By having them out or needing to wear a set longer than normal, you may not get the results you love in your estimated timeline. Instead, keep the tips above in mind! That way, you can have a smooth smile straightening journey that leaves you feeling more confident in the end.
About the Practice
At Brown & Nawrocki Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry, you benefit from the compassionate leadership of Dr. Andrew Nawrocki and Dr. Kimberly Dennis. We are here to help the Ormond Beach community get the healthier bites they deserve with Invisalign. By staying with you every step of the way, you can be well on your way toward a renewed grin, even if you misplace a set. If you want to straighten your teeth, schedule an appointment or call our office at (386) 677-1046.