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Whether you\u2019re heading out of town for the holidays, hosting loved ones at your home, or celebrating with just a few close friends, the last few weeks of 2023 may be packed with to-dos. Since following your Invisalign treatment plan can take a backseat amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it\u2019s important to be proactive. With this in mind, here\u2019s some helpful information on how to navigate the holidays with Invisalign<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Don\u2019t Drink Hot Chocolate with Your Aligners In<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re out shopping for loved ones or looking at holiday lights, it can be tempting to keep your aligners in while you sip on hot chocolate (or whatever your festive beverage of choice is). Don\u2019t! Not only will dark-colored beverages stain your aligners, but the hot temperature can cause them to warp as well. If that happens, your trays won\u2019t be able to effectively move your teeth, rendering them virtually useless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Wear Your Aligners for 20+ Hours a Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During the holiday season, it\u2019s easy to fall out of your usual routine. While you can leave some things for the new year, like an early wake-up time, you need to continue to wear your aligners for 20-22 hours a day. If you don\u2019t, then your teeth won\u2019t track properly, which can add weeks or months onto the backend of your treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Never Wrap Your Aligners in a Napkin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re at a restaurant or a loved one\u2019s house, you shouldn\u2019t put your aligners in a napkin while you eat. That\u2019s one of the easiest ways to lose them! Instead, rinse them off with some clean, lukewarm water before placing them in their case. It\u2019s also a good idea to put the case in your purse or pocket \u2013 basically somewhere other than the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Keep a Dental Hygiene Kit With You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brushing your teeth and cleaning your aligners after each meal is a must, even if you\u2019re at the airport or at a gas station on the side of the road. To make this task a bit more convenient, keep a dental hygiene kit with you that\u2019s filled with all your travel-sized essentials, including a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Be Mindful of Added Sugar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t worry \u2013 you don\u2019t have to completely avoid pecan pie, apple tarts, caramel popcorn, and other seasonal treats. You should, however, be mindful of your sugar consumption. Remember, oral health issues can bring your orthodontic treatment to an immediate stop until you get the restorative care you need, which you want to avoid in order to stay on-track with your timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Dr. Isaak Yelizar<\/a>\u2019s experience with braces as a teen completely transformed his confidence, which is one of the many reasons he loves being an orthodontist! When it came time for his studies, he attended the New York University College of Dentistry. After graduating with honors, he completed a general practice residency at New York Methodist Hospital as well as an orthodontic residency program at St. Barnabas Hospital. If you have a question for him about Invisalign, you can schedule an appointment via his website<\/a> or call!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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