{"id":152,"date":"2022-11-25T18:39:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-25T18:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=152"},"modified":"2023-01-06T18:39:40","modified_gmt":"2023-01-06T18:39:40","slug":"what-to-do-if-you-lose-your-invisalign-aligner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/blog\/2022\/11\/25\/what-to-do-if-you-lose-your-invisalign-aligner\/","title":{"rendered":"The First Steps You Need to Take if you Lose your Invisalign Aligner"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you\u2019re undergoing Invisalign<\/a> treatment, you can expect to wear your aligners for close to a year. In all that time, it\u2019s natural to accidentally misplace an aligner once or twice. If you\u2019re in that situation now, don\u2019t panic\u2014take things step-by-step, and you still may be able to stay on track with your treatment. Here are things you should do if you lose your aligner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Retrace Your Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing to do if you\u2019ve misplaced your aligner is to try and retrace your steps. Remember where you were the last time you took out your aligner, and check everywhere around that area. Search couch cushions, bathroom vanities, and even under furniture if necessary. If you have the stomach for it, you might even check the trash can; people often accidentally throw away their aligner if it\u2019s been left on a tray or wrapped in a napkin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve looked all over and still can\u2019t find your aligner, then you can go on to step two\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to let your dentist know if you\u2019ve lost your aligner so that they can help you plan your next move. If you were close to the end of that aligner\u2019s lifespan, they might just have you move up to the next stage a little early. Otherwise, they may recommend that you move back to a previous aligner temporarily. Finally, your dentist will let you know if it\u2019s necessary to have your aligner replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Avoid Losing an Aligner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve got your replacement aligner, it might be good to make some adjustments to ensure that this doesn\u2019t happen again. Here are some measures you can take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n