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Have you recently started wearing Invisalign<\/a> aligners to address your crooked teeth? Congratulations on taking a big step towards a happier and healthier smile! However, you might be struggling to feel excited right off the bat as you begin to notice that wearing your new aligners isn\u2019t very comfortable at first. Don\u2019t worry, though\u2014this new aligner discomfort is temporary and quite easy to manage. Here\u2019s what you need to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Swap to Your New Trays at Night<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t wear the same Invisalign aligners throughout your whole treatment; you swap to a new set about every two weeks to match your treatment\u2019s progress. It\u2019s crucial that you begin wearing your new trays exactly when instructed\u2014and it\u2019s true that for the first few hours, things may feel even more sore and sensitive since the new aligners will be snug. It\u2019s generally best to swap to your new trays at nighttime before going to bed, so that you\u2019re able to sleep through those first several hours when things feel the most uncomfortable. By morning, you should be far less sore!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Use Gentle Cold Compresses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like how you\u2019d put ice on a sprained ankle or sore shoulder, applying a cold compress to your cheeks can work wonders for reducing clear aligner discomfort. You can wrap a few ice cubes in a clean cloth or use a cold gel pack; even a frozen bag of veggies can do the trick. Repeat this as needed, especially after putting your aligners back in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stick to a Soft Foods Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your mouth is adjusting, you might not feel like eating anything that\u2019s hard, crunchy, or requires extra chewing\u2014and that\u2019s perfectly okay! Even though Invisalign doesn\u2019t come with the same dietary restrictions as braces, it\u2019s still wise to eat only soft or liquid foods whenever your mouth is feeling sore from the aligners. Mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, soup, broth, protein shakes, smoothies, boiled pasta and rice, and other similar items are all easy-to-prepare and even easier to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also worth mentioning that since your Invisalign trays can trap bacteria and food debris against your teeth, oral hygiene is as important as ever during your treatment\u2014cavities don\u2019t just cause discomfort, but they also cause setbacks. In any case, don\u2019t let any discomfort or soreness demotivate you; it\u2019s a very small, temporary price to pay for your future smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Under the leadership of Dr. Nina Khedkar, our team here at Simply Orthodontics has proudly served those in Randolph and the surrounding areas for several years. We offer a large variety of orthodontic treatments for patients of all ages, including Invisalign clear aligners, traditional metal braces, and more. If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to schedule an appointment, please feel free to give us a call or reach out online<\/a> for more information or assistance. Telephone: (781) 767-7200.<\/strong>   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Have you recently started wearing Invisalign aligners to address your crooked teeth? Congratulations on taking a big step towards a happier and healthier smile! However, you might be struggling to feel excited right off the bat as you begin to notice that wearing your new aligners isn\u2019t very comfortable at first. Don\u2019t worry, though\u2014this new aligner discomfort is temporary and quite easy to manage. Here\u2019s what you need to keep in mind. (Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-138","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nTips for Easing Invisalign Discomfort | Simply Orthodontics Randolph<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Invisalign comes with all kinds of perks, but some patients feel discouraged by the discomfort caused by new aligners. 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