{"id":256,"date":"2023-11-18T00:25:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-18T00:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/?p=256"},"modified":"2024-09-12T13:10:47","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T13:10:47","slug":"how-to-manage-clear-aligner-discomfort","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/18\/how-to-manage-clear-aligner-discomfort\/","title":{"rendered":"Easing New Aligner Discomfort"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019re ready to invest in a better smile with SureSmile, you\u2019re making an excellent decision. Clear aligners<\/a> provide many benefits not possible using traditional metal braces. Besides a discreet appearance, many patients report that SureSmile is more comfortable than brackets and wires. Unfortunately, no orthodontic treatment is completely pain free, but that\u2019s a sign your treatment is working. Don\u2019t worry, here\u2019s how you can ease your discomfort after receiving your new aligners.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some Discomfort Is Normal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to deal with brackets and wires pulling your teeth into place. Instead, you\u2019ll wear a series of clear aligners over your teeth for at least 22 hours per day. Each aligner applies continual pressure to move your teeth in small increments. This involves loosening them from the ligaments and bones that keep them in place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s normal for your mouth to be tender for a few days after first wearing your aligners. You may also experience brief tenderness when switching to the next set of aligners in your series. The occurrence of discomfort will decrease as you progress through your treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although you can expect some minor discomfort, you won\u2019t have to deal with sores or irritation from brackets and wires. Your aligners will be smooth and sleek. Each tray will fit over your teeth like a glove, so you don\u2019t have to worry about them slipping or moving around when talking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Manage Aligner Discomfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t let a few days of minor discomfort stop you from fixing your bite and alignment. Here\u2019s how to make the transition period as painless as possible:<\/p>\n\n\n\n