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Why is Invisalign so slow?

If you are suffering from various dental issues, Invisalign can be extremely effective in treating any minor or major dental problems. There are multiple reasons why people choose Invisalign like it is easy to use, almost invisible, and easy to handle. Your dentist can give you Invisalign aligners for different dental issues like gaps, misalignment, etc. However, it is vital to know that various dental issues take additional time to get fixed. Hence, some major dental problems like serve gapping, misalignment, uneven positioning, etc., can take more time to get fixed than you estimated. For different people, Invisalign aligners work differently; some patients notice the change in Invisalign treatment after 3-4 months, and some can notice the movements within 3 weeks.

If your Invisalign aligners are working very slowly, it is maybe because your dental issue requires extra attention and push for your teeth to move into a better position. However, if you don’t see any progress till 3 months, you should consult your dentist to know why your Invisalign aligners are showing less progress or results. If you compare Invisalign aligners treatment with metal braces, it is faster. Invisalign aligners take up to 9-12 months to correct minor or major dental issues, and metal braces can take up to 2 years. Invisalign treatment works with custom-made trays or aligners that help move your teeth to their optimal position slowly. Expecting to see the results overnight will not help speed up the treatment. Various factors such as the positioning of your teeth, jaw, gaps, and upper and lower teeth alignment play an important role in determining the time of your Invisalign treatment.

Reasons why Invisalign work slow

There are different reasons apart from your teeth why Invisalign work slows. Some of the reasons are given below:

  • The amount of time you wear your aligners. You should wear your aligners for 22 hours minimum for better results.
  • Fitting of your Invisalign aligners. If your Invisalign aligners do not set on your teeth properly, it will slow your treatment progress.
  • Your dental hygiene also plays a vital role in determining the time of your Invisalign treatment. 

Lastly, if you face any problem with your Invisalign treatment, you must consult your dentist for proper treatment.