How Invisalign creates long-lasting results
Invisalign aligners gradually shift your teeth into their desired positions using gentle, consistent pressure. Once your teeth are aligned, the changes are stabilised to ensure they stay in place. The key steps in achieving permanent results include:
- Customised Treatment Plan: Invisalign uses advanced 3D imaging technology to create a tailored treatment plan for your unique smile.
- Consistent Wear: Wearing your aligners for the recommended 20-22 hours a day ensures optimal results.
- Retention Phase: After treatment, wearing retainers is crucial to prevent teeth from shifting back to their original positions.
Why retainers are essential
After your Invisalign treatment, your teeth may naturally try to shift back to their original alignment. Retainers help maintain the new positions of your teeth by:
- Stabilising Teeth: Holding your teeth in place while the bone and gums adapt to their new positions.
- Preventing Relapse: Ensuring that all the hard work during treatment isn’t undone.
How long do you need to wear retainers?
- Initially, retainers should be worn full-time (except during meals) for a few months.
- Over time, most patients transition to wearing retainers only at night.
Tips for maintaining your results
- Follow Retainer Guidelines: Wear your retainers as instructed by your dentist.
- Maintain Good Oral Hygiene: Keep your teeth and gums healthy to support long-term alignment.
- Schedule Regular Check-Ups: Visit your dentist for regular check-ups to ensure your teeth remain in their proper positions.
- Avoid Harmful Habits: Avoid chewing on hard objects or grinding your teeth, which can cause movement over time.
Are Invisalign results truly permanent?
Invisalign results can be permanent as long as you follow your dentist’s aftercare instructions and commit to wearing your retainers. While teeth have a natural tendency to shift with age, proper maintenance ensures your smile stays straight and beautiful for years to come.
Still have questions? Book a consultation with our team to discuss how Invisalign can transform your smile and how to maintain your results long-term.
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