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Invisalign® Post-Op & Daily Care
Friendly reminders for the first days and ongoing treatment.
For complete wear-time rules, cleaning instructions, what to expect, tips, FAQs, and the free Tray Reminder Tool (weekly encouragement + change alerts), visit our full guide:
First 48 Hours
- Expect some pressure or mild soreness — this is normal as teeth begin moving.
- Wear your new trays 22 hours per day (remove only to eat, drink, and clean).
- Use chewies for 5–10 minutes after inserting a new tray for the best seating.
- Take any prescribed or recommended pain relief as needed.
Ongoing Daily Care
- Brush and floss before reinserting trays after every meal.
- Rinse and gently brush trays with cool water + clear soap or Invisalign crystals daily.
- Never eat or drink anything except water with trays in (to prevent staining and decay).
- Always store trays in the provided case — never in a napkin or pocket.
When to Contact Us
Call your Indy Smile Group office if:
- A tray cracks, breaks, or is lost
- Severe pain or a tray that won’t seat after 48 hours
- Any concerns about attachments, buttons, or elastics
Problems after treatment
Problems after treatment, including a knocked-out tooth or swelling around one tooth, can be checked during regular office hours. emergency dental care in Fishers, emergency dental care in Carmel, or emergency dental care in North Indianapolis.
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