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And just like that\u2026 the holiday season is in full swing! Between preparing delicious sides, shopping for loved ones, looking at Christmas lights, and traveling out of town, your list of to-dos might already be getting long. Even so, it\u2019s important that you don\u2019t let the \u201clittle\u201d things slip through the cracks, like your clear aligner treatment. With this in mind, keep reading to learn four tips for navigating the holidays with Invisalign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Don\u2019t Wait to Put Your Aligners On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re grabbing a peppermint mocha with friends or you\u2019re eating dinner with family, it\u2019s important that you don\u2019t wait to put your aligners back on. After all, you only have a limited amount of aligner-free time each day! The best thing to do is brush your teeth and rinse your aligners as soon as you\u2019re done; it\u2019s a small habit that will go a long way in preventing treatment plan delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Use the Resources Available to You, like Your Phone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During the holidays, there\u2019s a lot to juggle \u2013 from hosting loved ones to traveling out of town to see family. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to use the resources available to you, like your phone! In addition to using the stopwatch to track your wear time, you can set reminders so you don\u2019t miss important dates, like your check-in visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Keep Travel-Sized Oral Hygiene Essentials with You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you put your aligners back on without brushing your teeth, the residue from what you ate or drank will get trapped against your aligners, increasing your risk of common oral health problems in the process. For that reason, patients are encouraged to keep a travel-sized toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash with them. It basically makes completing your oral hygiene regimen easy whether you\u2019re on the road, on a plane, or at a loved one\u2019s house for the holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Make Water Your Go-To Beverage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, many seasonal drinks \u2013 although delicious \u2013 aren\u2019t great for your teeth. So, keep beverages like peppermint mochas, hot chocolate, and eggnog to a minimum. Instead, opt for water! In addition to keeping you hydrated and preventing dry mouth, you don\u2019t have to remove your aligners beforehand, which makes it even more convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Dr. Reintjes<\/a> earned his dental doctorate at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry, and he\u2019s been serving patients in the Fresno area for over three decades now. Throughout that time, he has undergone advanced training on several services, including Invisalign, as well! So, if you are interested in this discreet orthodontic treatment, don\u2019t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us via our website<\/a> or by phone at (559) 438-6684<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

And just like that\u2026 the holiday season is in full swing! Between preparing delicious sides, shopping for loved ones, looking at Christmas lights, and traveling out of town, your list of to-dos might already be getting long. Even so, it\u2019s important that you don\u2019t let the \u201clittle\u201d things slip through the cracks, like your clear […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n4 Helpful Tips for Navigating the Holidays with Invisalign<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"You don\u2019t want to start 2025 with treatment plan delays, right? 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