by StephenForrestDDS | May 30, 2025 | Invisalign
Traveling with Invisalign: Practical Tips for a Confident Trip Traveling with Invisalign doesn’t have to interrupt your smile journey. With a little planning and the right routine, you can enjoy every adventure and still stay on track with your Invisalign treatment....
by StephenForrestDDS | May 29, 2025 | Invisalign
How to Clean Your Invisalign Aligners Expert guidance from Stephen Forrest, DDS, at Des Moines Cosmetic Dentistry Center Keeping Invisalign aligners clean is essential for a healthy mouth and a confident smile. Stephen Forrest, DDS, shares simple and effective ways to...
by StephenForrestDDS | May 28, 2025 | Invisalign
Smoking and Vaping with Invisalign: What Patients Need to Know Invisalign aligners must be worn for around 22 hours each day to effectively straighten teeth. Patients typically remove aligners only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. Because of this strict schedule,...
by StephenForrestDDS | May 27, 2025 | Invisalign
Can You Take Out Invisalign for a Night Out? Yes, you can take your Invisalign trays out for a night out, as long as you plan carefully and wear them as directed the rest of the time. Invisalign aligners are made to be removable, giving you flexibility for special...
by StephenForrestDDS | May 23, 2025 | Invisalign
Does Invisalign Permanently Fix Your Teeth? Many patients wonder if the straightening achieved with Invisalign really lasts. The truth is that Invisalign can permanently realign your teeth, but keeping those results takes an extra step. Just like traditional braces,...
by StephenForrestDDS | May 22, 2025 | Invisalign
Is Invisalign Painful? Managing Discomfort with Clear Aligners Many people choose Invisalign to straighten teeth because it avoids the look of metal braces. A common question patients ask is whether Invisalign aligners cause pain. You may feel some pressure when using...
