{"id":19,"date":"2023-07-13T17:44:28","date_gmt":"2023-07-13T17:44:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/blog\/?p=19"},"modified":"2023-08-16T17:46:44","modified_gmt":"2023-08-16T17:46:44","slug":"questions-about-invisalign-refinements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/blog\/questions-about-invisalign-refinements\/","title":{"rendered":"Answering All of Your Questions About Invisalign Refinements"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856__2___1692207500_64553-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"a dentist showing a patient how to use their Invisalign aligners\" class=\"wp-image-20\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856__2___1692207500_64553-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856__2___1692207500_64553-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_593464856__2___1692207500_64553.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You likely won\u2019t start hearing about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/invisalign-clear-aligners.html\">Invisalign<\/a> refinements until after you begin your treatment, but they\u2019re an important part of many people\u2019s journeys towards a straighter grin. In order to stay on track with your timeline and make sure that you achieve an aligned, beautiful smile once it\u2019s all over, you may require these extra refinement trays. Learn more about how they work and why your dentist may recommend them. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Invisalign Refinements?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the average Invisalign treatment takes between 12 and 18 months, refinements, losing a tray, and other factors can come into play and extend your original plan. While it\u2019s unfortunate, and can sometimes be disheartening, flexibility throughout this process is important, especially because every smile is different, and sometimes teeth don\u2019t move the way they\u2019re expected to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where refinements come into play, which are extra trays that are prescribed to you by your dentist. They\u2019re designed to move your teeth just enough so the next sets of aligners in your treatment fit your arch. If they notice that your teeth aren\u2019t moving like they were intended to, they\u2019ll likely need to capture another digital scan of them to help design your refinement trays. Just like your routine aligners, these will need to continue being worn for between 20 and 22 hours each day, only removing them whenever you eat, drink anything besides water, or brush and floss your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will You Need Refinement Trays?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Refinement trays may be recommended for a variety of reasons, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You haven\u2019t worn your trays for at least 20 hours a day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You aren\u2019t able to wear your trays due to an accident or illness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your teeth haven\u2019t moved as your dentist anticipated them to.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While some of these factors may be within your control, others aren\u2019t, so don\u2019t be too hard on yourself if you hear that you need refinements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keeping Your Treatment Plan the Right Track<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to avoid needing refinement trays, if they\u2019re not required due to an uncontrollable reason, is to stick with your treatment plan as discussed with your dentist. Wearing your trays for 22 hours a day will ensure that your teeth continue to shift to their ideal alignment. If you happen to damage or lose one of your trays, contact your dentist immediately to find out whether you require a replacement or you can move onto the next set in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it can be upsetting to learn that your orthodontic treatment may last a little longer than you anticipated, remember that it\u2019s all worth it! A couple months of refinements is nothing compared to a lifetime with a straightened, healthy grin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Mahmoud Homsi obtained his dental degree at Boston University, Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. He is dedicated to keeping up with the latest techniques and technology in his field, which is why he pursues continuing education each year. He has completed additional training in orthodontics from the American Academy of Clear Aligners. As a passionate and caring dentist, he enjoys being able to help his patients achieve their ideal smiles through providing attentive and thorough Invisalign treatment. For questions or to schedule a consultation, visit Charm Smile Dental\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charmsmiledental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call 603-228-0123.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You likely won\u2019t start hearing about Invisalign refinements until after you begin your treatment, but they\u2019re an important part of many people\u2019s journeys towards a straighter grin. In order to stay on track with your timeline and make sure that you achieve an aligned, beautiful smile once it\u2019s all over, you may require these extra refinement trays. 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