Getting started with Invisalign^® treatment

Name: Embrace Orthodontists
Telephone: 1300 336 774

Starting your Invisalign® journey is simple. Your first step is to attend a free Invisalign® assessment, where we will take a digital scan using our state-of-the-art iTero scanner. Dr Pazios will use this scan to design a personalised treatment plan and create your custom aligners.

Once your digital plan is finalised and your aligners arrive, we’ll book you in for a fitting appointment, where we’ll place any tooth-coloured attachments required for your treatment.

Getting started with Invisalign® treatment

What to expect after your fitting

After your aligners are fitted, one of our dental assistants will show you how to remove and insert them properly and share helpful tips for keeping them clean.

It’s normal to notice a slight lisp or change in speech during the first few days. This improves quickly with practice. Talking or even singing can help!

You may also notice some tightness or mild discomfort when starting a new set of aligners. This is a sign that your teeth are moving and usually settles within a couple of days.

If an aligner has a sharp or rough edge near the gumline, you may gently smooth it with an emery board. Avoid over-filing, as the precise contours in your aligners are essential for guiding your teeth into the correct positions.

What happens during after your fitting

For the best possible results, you should wear your Invisalign® aligners for 22 hours per day. Remove them only for:

Brushing and flossing
Eating
Drinking hot or coloured beverages

Always place your aligners back in as soon as you’re finished.

Follow your orthodontist’s instructions and switch to your next set of aligners on the prescribed date. If you haven’t met your recommended wear time, you may stay in your current set for an additional couple of days.

To keep your treatment on track:

Use your chewies as directed to help “seat” your aligners.
Keep an eye on your attachments. If one falls off, please contact us promptly so we can replace it.

Coming in for your appointments

When you arrive for your appointment, sign in on the computer at our practice or let our receptionist know you’re here. Please arrive on time, and contact us if you expect to be more than five minutes late, as we may need to adjust or reschedule your appointment.

If you have noticed a lost attachment, please inform us before your appointment so we can allow enough time to repair it. Appointment lengths vary depending on the treatment stage.

Still have questions?

Our friendly and experienced team is here to support you throughout your Invisalign^® treatment journey. If you have any questions or need advice, please reach out. We’re always happy to help.

*Invisalign^® aligners are a registered medical device. Always read and follow the label, as well as the instructions provided by your treating orthodontist.