If you’re ready to invest in a straight smile, Invisalign is the clear choice in orthodontics. You don’t have to worry about any brackets or wires because aligners are fabricated to fit over your teeth. Advanced technology ensures they move your teeth in increments through continual pressure. It can be alarming if your aligners don’t fit as you had expected. You may not need new aligners. Here are a few tips to try before calling your dentist.

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If you’ve begun your journey to a straight smile with Invisalign, your dentist gave you a series of aligners to wear over your teeth. Each aligner provides continual pressure to your teeth to move them gradually. Switching to a new aligner every 1-2 weeks will correct your bite and alignment problems. Regular appointments with your dentist ensure your efforts and time are rewarded. During a visit, your dentist might discover you need minor adjustments while already undergoing your orthodontic treatment. Invisalign refinements aren’t uncommon. Here’s why your dentist is recommending adjustments to your treatment plan. 

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