What do I do after my treatment with Invisalign is over?

Dr. Ronald Lints and the team at Dr. Lints Orthodontics advise their patients that live in or work near Elk Rapids MI to continue to be seen in their office, even after their orthodontic treatment with Invisalign clear aligners is complete, to ensure that their teeth stay set and secure in their optimal positions.

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Continue to Work with Dr. Lints Orthodontics.

Because you have completed your course of treatment with these clear aligners, that does not mean your teeth will stop shifting. Teeth continue to shift and move throughout your adult life. Conscientiously kept appointments with Dr. Lints Orthodontics ensure that when new problems arise, Dr. Ronald Lints can intervene and correct the problem so it does not escalate into a more serious situation.

Get a Retainer. Wear it.

Teeth continue to move and shift naturally after treatment with Invisalign is complete. Wearing a retainer after treatment will ensure the teeth continue to stay in the desired position. There are different types or retainers Dr. Lints Orthodontics offers after Invisalign treatment. One type is a permanent retainer comprised of a strip of metal fastened to the back surfaces of the teeth. There are also removable retainers available that are worn at night. Both retainers are effective at maintaining your smile after your treatment is over.

Brush. Floss.

While this may seem like an obvious tip, it is one of the most important ones. For your teeth and mouth to stay healthy after your treatment with the clear aligners, Dr. Ronald Lints stresses the importance of conscientious oral health care habits after treatment to ensure long-lasting results.

See Your Dentist.

Continue to see your dentist after your orthodontic treatments with Invisalign is complete. Your dentist will evaluate the state of your dental health after Invisalign treatment, identify and treat any emerging issues, and help keep your teeth clean and healthy.

Good oral health habits are important, even after your treatment with Invisalign in Elk Rapids MI is over.

Dr. Ronald Lints and the team at Dr. Lints Orthodontics are experts in Invisalign. If you have any questions pertaining to Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, braces and clear braces in Elk Rapids MI, 49629 zip code area, Crawford County MI, Boyne City MI, East Jordan MI and Charlevoix MI, or would like to schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Ronald Lints contact Dr. Lints Orthodontics at: 231-922-7210