Compared to metal braces, Invisalign is meant to be a less invasive way to align smiles. Its trays are made to easily slip over your teeth to slowly straighten them out. That being said, what should you do if your Invisalign aligner doesn’t fit? There’s no need to panic; your Downers Grove dentist can give you some pointers. Just keep reading to learn how to respond when Invisalign trays don’t fit well.
Invisalign Aligners Should Fit Snugly
To know whether your trays fit well, you must grasp how they should fit in the first place. You need an ideal benchmark to compare them to.
The short answer is that Invisalign aligners should fit snugly. You’ll need time to adjust to how they feel, but getting them over your teeth should be smooth sailing. After all, the trays are designed to match your smile’s contours; they “go together” like a hand and a glove.
Of course, you may notice some small gaps around your teeth when you start new trays. That’s because each set is purposely made for each treatment stage. As your teeth move into the right places, they’ll fill those spaces.
What Should You Do If They Don’t?
There’s a chance your Invisalign aligners won’t fit despite their design. Use the following tips and tricks if that should happen:
Use Your Invisalign Chewies
When your treatment started, you likely received Invisalign “chewies” – small and soft cylinders that help patients adjust to their trays. Bite them for about five to ten minutes while wearing your aligners. By doing so, the pressure should help your trays go over your teeth properly.
Wear Your Trays 22 Hours Daily
Forgetting to wear your trays will cause your teeth to revert to their earlier positions. Should that happen, the aligners will have a poor fit even if you get them “on” with chewies. Compensate by remembering to wear your trays for 22 hours a day.
Try Switching to Previous Trays
If your new trays don’t fit even with chewies and a good wear time, try backtracking. Wearing your previous aligners longer should get your teeth in the right places for your new ones. However, get your dentist’s recommendation first; they’ll confirm if you’re still following the right treatment plan.
These guidelines should help when your Invisalign aligner doesn’t fit. Otherwise, see your dental provider for more assistance.
About the Practice
Dentique Dental Care is based in Downers Grove, IL. Led by Dr. Shuaipaj, our practice blends cutting-edge dentistry with a warm and gentle demeanor. Our team works closely with each patient to personalize their preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments, ensuring the best results possible. We can even provide you with custom Invisalign aligners for your grin! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (630)-968-8439.