{"id":166,"date":"2026-08-24T15:39:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T15:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/blog\/?p=166"},"modified":"2026-08-24T15:39:58","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T15:39:58","slug":"4-ways-to-prepare-for-invisalign-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/blog\/4-ways-to-prepare-for-invisalign-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Easy Ways to Get Ready for Invisalign Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"A man getting Invisalign aligners from his dentist\" class=\"wp-image-167\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5015090256819088;width:294px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856-767x511.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856.jpg 1094w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you planning on straightening your smile with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign<\/a>? Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure about what you can do to make your treatment faster and less complicated? Here\u2019s a closer look at four helpful tips to make transitioning to your trays so much easier!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gear Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you wear Invisalign trays, it\u2019s essential to keep your mouth and your aligners clean at all times. To that end, you\u2019ll want to carry some oral hygiene essentials with you wherever you go. Before your treatment begins, create a custom dental kit, and stock it with a toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, orthodontic wax, and of course a storage case for your trays for when you take them out to eat or drink anything but water. This way, you won\u2019t have to improvise or risk setting your treatment behind, and you\u2019ll be ready to roll on day one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brush Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it\u2019s true that brushing and flossing are much easier with Invisalign than they are with traditional braces, you\u2019ll still need to do them more frequently when you wear aligners.&nbsp; This is because when you consume anything but water, you coat your teeth with harmful residue that when trapped behind your trays can increase your risk of cavities and gum disease. Thus, to make remembering this step easier once your new aligners arrive, start practicing brushing and flossing after each meal or non-water beverage so you\u2019ll already be in the habit and won\u2019t miss a beat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scale Back Snacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Invisalign requires a 22 hour a day commitment. This means you only get two hours to eat and care for your teeth. For those who eat three square meals a day, this isn\u2019t usually a problem. However, for hardcore snackers, it can be a challenge. Thus, try to start curbing your mealtimes before your new aligners arrive. This way, you can spend more time tray-free at meals, without having to worry about snack time cutting into your allotment, and you\u2019ll spend more time wearing them throughout the day so your treatment stays on schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan Your Budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While many dental insurance plans offer some level of coverage for orthodontic care, if any portion of your Invisalign treatment isn\u2019t covered, you\u2019ll need to make room in your budget on your own. Thus, check with your dentist to see if they offer any additional payment options such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/for-patients.html\">flexible financing<\/a> to make your trays more affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, straightening your teeth with Invisalign is a fast, effective, and exciting way to get a gorgeous, healthy grin, but your treatment\u2019s success depends on you. Thus, to better prepare yourself for your smile transformation try these four terrific tips and hit the ground running!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Elwood Avenue Dental<\/a>, Dr. Salayta, Dr. Renfro, and Dr. Schuyler want to prepare you for your stunning new smile! That\u2019s why we\u2019re pleased to offer Invisalign treatment, right here in Jenks. To learn more about how these discreet, comfortable trays can give you a healthy, beautiful, evenly spaced smile in as little as 12 to 18 months, schedule a consultation for Invisalign by visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elwoodavenuedental.com\/contact.html\">our website<\/a> or calling 918-299-2298.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you planning on straightening your smile with Invisalign? Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure about what you can do to make your treatment faster and less complicated? 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