{"id":70,"date":"2022-10-14T02:25:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-14T02:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/?p=70"},"modified":"2022-11-22T02:26:40","modified_gmt":"2022-11-22T02:26:40","slug":"what-to-do-if-you-lose-invisalign-aligners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/?p=70","title":{"rendered":"Help! I Lost My Invisalign Aligners!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Modern-day inventions have made things so much more convenient and appealing. Have you tried removable wallpaper? Or maybe you\u2019ve tried a cool temporary tattoo. Just like these modern luxuries, Invisalign<\/a> has provided a removable and aesthetically pleasing way to straighten your teeth. But with the easy removal of these clear trays, versus the stuck-in-place metal braces, comes the risk of losing them. You wanted them to be invisible in your mouth, not everywhere else! Your dentist<\/a> is here to guide you on what to do so you can continue toward your picture-perfect smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

First Things First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First, take a deep breath. Losing aligners is not uncommon and there is a solution. Being stressed out will only shut your brain down and keep you from problem-solving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aligners often get lost when they are taken out during mealtimes. You might have wrapped them in a napkin to keep them safe or placed them on a tray near your plate. They could easily be mistaken for garbage. Be sure to take a deep look near your dining area and in any nearby trash bins. Once you find your aligner, you should thoroughly sanitize it before placing it in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign trays can also get lost during contact sports or rigorous activities; you should take them out during practice or games. It is wise to use a mouthguard instead. Checking around your locker, as well as in the bag with your belongings, might lead you right back to your lost aligner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Call<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If all of your efforts to find your aligners prove to be unsuccessful, the next step is to call your orthodontist. They might advise you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n