After weighing the pros and cons of whether traditional metal braces or clear aligners is the best option for your smile, you finally decided to go with the latter. Though you’re excited to begin treatment, you’ve never done anything like this before and aren’t sure what to expect. To help ease some of your concerns and help you feel ready for treatment, here are five tips on how to prepare for ClearCorrect.
Tip #1: Prepare to Make Payments
When it comes to paying for treatment, there are several methods you can use. If you have dental insurance, this may help cover your treatment costs. Your dentist may also offer payment plans so that you don’t have to pay for your entire treatment at one time.
Tip #2: Brush After Every Meal
After every meal, you will need to brush and floss your teeth to prevent staining on your new aligners. This will also keep food from getting trapped behind them, which can raise your chances of developing cavities. You may want to consider getting into this habit before you get ClearCorrect so that you are used to it by the time you begin treatment. Once you start wearing your aligners, you will also want to remember to take them off whenever you consume anything other than water to prevent damage or discoloration.
Tip #3: Get a Dental Kit Ready
Sometimes, life can be hectic. From making sure to fulfill responsibilities to trying to spend enough time with friends and family, you won’t always be able to go home and clean your teeth after a meal. For this reason, it’s important to carry around a dental cleaning kit that contains a toothbrush, floss, toothpaste, and a small bottle of mouthwash so you can clean your smile on the go.
Tip #4: Have Your Supplies Ready
Along with your dental kit, there are other supplies that you will want to have prepared. An aligner removal tool is a useful way to take of your ClearCorrect if you’re having trouble or aren’t able to clean your hands first. Pain medicine may also be beneficial since your mouth will likely be sore for a little while once you switch to your next set of trays.
Tip #5: Cut Back on Snacks
To be as effective as possible, clean aligners need to be worn for at least 20-22 hours per day. This means that snacking isn’t the best idea, as it might cause you to miss your wear time. Make sure to allow enough time each day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You may also want to leave a little wiggle room, just in case you decide to have dessert or go out with loved ones every once in a while.
With these five tips on how to prepare for ClearCorrect treatment, adjusting to treatment will be much less daunting. Soon, you’ll be showing off the gorgeous grin you’ve always wanted!
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Are you interested in closing gaps, fixing alignment issues, or correcting bite problems with clear aligners? Zumbro Family Dental offers ClearCorrect that can help you do just that. These clear trays are custom-made to fit your smile and will have your pearly whites looking healthy and bright in no time. To make an appointment with Zumbro Family Dental or for more information on how to prepare for ClearCorrect, visit their website or call their office at (507) 288-1066 today.
