Does your lisp go away with Invisalign?

Every patient is different, but in general, any lisp due to Invisalign will go away after no more than a few weeks. Some people even adjust within a few hours! If a lisp occurs, it will fade and eventually disappear as the tongue get accustomed to the aligners and adjusts accordingly.

Does Invisalign change the way you speak?

Although any orthodontic appliance in your mouth has the potential to affect the way you talk, Invisalign is not very likely to cause speech impediments. Invisalign aligners are comprised of thin plastic, making any speech impacts they may have on your mouth very minor and temporary.

How difficult is it to talk with Invisalign?

Some patients experience minor speech problems during the first couple of weeks of treatment, as they get used to their new Invisalign aligners. You might find that you speak with a slight lisp at first, or you have trouble enunciating words. It can be really annoying, but it’s a normal part of treatment.

Can people tell you have Invisalign on?

Can anyone tell that I’m wearing the aligners? Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible. Others may not even notice you’re wearing them, making Invisalign treatment a seamless fit with your lifestyle.

Does Invisalign make me talk funny?

Invisalign trays make you talk funny. Most people don’t have any problem speaking normally with aligners. Some people experience a slight lisp that disappears within a couple of days. The key to success is keeping the aligners in and talking with them in.

How does Invisalign deal with lisp?

If you find that your Invisalign aligners do seem to cause a slight lisp that doesn’t go away naturally, you can correct it by simply practicing the pronunciation of words while wearing your aligners.

Does a clear retainer give you a lisp?

You may notice a slight lisp in your speech for the first few days, until you learn to talk with the retainers in. Your mouth may also be slightly sore for a few days; over-the-counter pain relievers can help.

Is the first week of Invisalign The worst?

The good news is that the discomfort felt in the first week typically subsides as you get used the aligners moving your teeth. Slight discomfort isn’t uncommon when you get a new set of aligners during treatment, but the first week is usually the worst of it.

How long does it take to talk normal after getting Invisalign?

Therefore, taking longer than six weeks for the differences to become noticeable can be completely normal. Some differences are also very discreet in the beginning of Invisalign treatment. Generally this is to address any minor concerns that need to be corrected, before moving on to more complex ones.

Is it weird kissing with Invisalign?

There really is nothing stopping you from kissing with Invisalign®. Invisalign’s smooth aligners are designed to fit super-close to your teeth, so you don’t have to worry about your aligners dislodging or getting in the way of that perfect kiss.

Can u kiss with Invisalign?

Though it can seem like a touchy topic, there’s no need to worry about kissing while you’re using Invisalign. The aligners are barely noticeable in your mouth, so there’s a good chance your partner won’t notice a thing.

Does Invisalign give you a bad Lisp?

For many people, Invisalign may come with an unwanted lisp. This lisp is perfectly natural and is due to a couple of changes. First, the thin plastic on the Invisalign trays can alter the way your tongue would usually enunciate sounds and letters. Second, the Invisalign, just like braces, is altering the shape and space in your mouth.

What can be done to prevent a Lisp from Invisalign?

Mindfulness: Being more cognizant of tongue movements in relation to teeth can do a lot to mitigate the habits that cause lisping.

Enunciation: Don’t just concentrate on consonants,vowels,or syllables alone.

Tongue exercises: There’s a reason they’re called tongue twisters.

What to do with Lisp?

Work with a professional speech therapist. Working one on one with a professional speech therapist can help you cope better with your lisp. The speech therapist can show you exercises you can do to improve your lisp. They can also focus on your specific speech needs based on the type of lisp you have.