How Long Should my Invisalign Aligners Be out Per Day?

April 5, 2009
Asked By:Tilly Reed in College Station Texas

I am doing a medium length Invisalign treatment, I think. I have 8 aligners on top and 14 on the bottom. My dentist told me to keep them out like 10 minutes per meal. I can't eat, brush, and floss fast enough! I am reading reviews from people saying they leave them out all evening if they are going out for the night. How long exactly do I have to keep my aligners out per day?  

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Answer: Less is More...

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April 8, 2009

Answer: Depends on how much you want to compromise the Invisalign results!

April 8, 2009

Answer: Depends on how much you want to compromise the Invisalign results!

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