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Whether you\u2019ve had braces before or this is your first time, it can be a bit of an adjustment getting used to life with clear aligners. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to do what you can to plan ahead! If you\u2019re not sure where to start, then read on for a few easy ways to prepare for Invisalign treatment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Purchase the Necessary Supplies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At your first Invisalign appointment, you\u2019ll get a welcome kit, which includes your trays, a case, and cleaning crystals. However, many patients find it helpful to have other tools, like a travel-sized toothbrush and over-the-counter pain medication. It\u2019s a good idea to gather items like these ahead of time so you\u2019re well-prepared by the time your teeth-straightening journey officially begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Create an On-the-Go Dental Care Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you eat your breakfast in the car on the way to work? Are lunches with clients frequent on your calendar? Do you enjoy grabbing dinner with your friends on the weekends? If so, then you\u2019ll need to get in the habit of brushing your teeth and cleaning your aligners on-the-go. The easiest way to do this is by creating a dental care kit filled with travel-sized essentials, like floss and mouthwash. That way, it\u2019s never a hassle to complete your oral hygiene routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Focus on Satiating, Healthy Meals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In order to stay on-track with your Invisalign treatment, you need to wear your aligners for 20-22 hours a day. That doesn\u2019t leave much time for snacking, which is why it\u2019s so important to create satiating meals that you genuinely enjoy for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It\u2019s also crucial to keep added sugar to a minimum to ensure your teeth and gums stay healthy throughout your teeth-straightening journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Determine Your Budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There will be a lot going on at your first appointment \u2013 from mastering how to take your aligners on and off to learning how to keep them clean and clear. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best not to leave the financial component of your care until the last minute. If you have any questions or need any help, don\u2019t hesitate to ask your dental team for help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Salt Run Family Dentistry<\/a>, we aren\u2019t just here to help you achieve your dream smile; we\u2019re here to help you have the phenomenal experience you deserve. That\u2019s why we take the time to answer questions, review the financial side of your care, and share all of our tips and tricks on how to make your journey to straighter teeth as smooth as possible. If you want to schedule a consultation with our St. Augustine dental team, then visit our website<\/a> or call (904) 824-3540<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019ve had braces before or this is your first time, it can be a bit of an adjustment getting used to life with clear aligners. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to do what you can to plan ahead! If you\u2019re not sure where to start, then read on for a few easy ways to prepare […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2946","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n4 Easy Ways to Prepare for Invisalign Treatment | Salt Run Family Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Is your clear aligner treatment about to begin? 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