Can I just wear my top Invisalign?

Using Invisalign on just the top or just the bottom teeth is referred to as single arch treatment. Single arch treatment can be an option in very rare cases. Typically, we do not recommend single arch treatment and encourage patients to wear Invisalign aligners on their top and bottom teeth.

Can you pause Invisalign treatment?

Ability to Easily Pause Treatment As long as the teeth are not allowed to relapse, Invisalign® treatment can be paused for as long as a few months.

Can I just wear my bottom Invisalign?

Yes, Invisalign is available for only the bottom teeth or the top teeth, but it most cases both arches should be treated. The reason being is that you must have a stable bite or occlusion at the end of your Invisalign alignment treatment.

Is it bad to stop wearing Invisalign?

During Invisalign treatment, your jawbone would have softened or disappeared (a process called resorption) so teeth could move into their final positions. Once you stop wearing Invisalign, you need to wear orthodontic retainers so your teeth are held in place while new bone is deposited.

Can you wear aligners on top teeth only?

What Is Single Arch Invisalign Treatment? Most Invisalign treatments involve pairs of aligners that are worn over both your top and bottom teeth. With a single arch treatment you wear Invisalign on your top teeth only, or bottom teeth only, depending on your needs.

How do I start wearing Invisalign again?

Going a month without wear is almost a guarantee of failure for the new aligners to fit. All you can do is get some retainers to hold your teeth in their current position and then new Invisalign molds and reprogram your treatment!

How do you know if your Invisalign is tracking?

On the other hand, you can tell if your Invisalign is tracking properly if the trays align closely with the outline of your teeth. Properly tracked trays feel tight on your teeth, and may even produce a degree of Invisalign pain. This is how you know they are working!

What is the shortest Invisalign treatment?

If you want the shortest Invisalign time, then wearing your Invisalign aligners for about 22 hours per day is key.

What happens if you skip a day of Invisalign?

The biggest risk of missing any period of Invisalign® use is that the teeth may shift back to an incorrect position. Invisalign® aligners are intended to be worn for 22 to 23 hours out of the day. Any less than this, and you risk hurting your progress.

What happens if you dont wear your Invisalign for a day?

The first few days of new tray placement are the most critical. Failure to wear your trays for even a few hours may result in noticeable discomfort when the trays are put back in place. That is because your teeth can revert back to their original position while the trays are off.

Can you wear Invisalign with a partial?

This includes crowns, dental implants, partial dentures and bridges. This can be a good option for the end of Invisalign treatment.

Do Invisalign aligners work if you don’t have them in your mouth?

Yes, but only if you wear the aligners. They exert steady, gentle pressure to shift the teeth into place and they can’t do that if you don’t have them in your mouth. We recommend wearing your aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours per day, taking them out only to eat, drink, and brush and floss your teeth. Clean your Invisalign aligners daily.

What should I avoid when wearing Invisalign?

Toothpaste can be abrasive, which may scratch your aligners. This will make them more noticeable when you’re wearing them. I also tell my Alaska and Washington Invisalign patients to avoid harsh soaps, especially ones that are colored or scented. These can cause discoloration and probably won’t taste great when you put your aligners back in.

Why don’t my aligners fit snugly?

Sometimes, especially when they are first inserted, you may find they don’t fit snugly against your teeth – this doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with the aligner, it just may need a little adjusting to fit properly and snugly against your teeth. These simple tips will help you adjust the aligner for better fit.

How many hours a day should you wear Invisalign?

We recommend wearing your aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours per day, taking them out only to eat, drink, and brush and floss your teeth. Clean your Invisalign aligners daily Plaque and bacteria will accumulate on your aligners as you wear them and you’ll want to get rid of it.