{"id":60,"date":"2025-07-01T17:57:51","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T17:57:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/blog\/?p=60"},"modified":"2025-08-06T17:59:50","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T17:59:50","slug":"invisalign-aligners-dont-fit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/blog\/invisalign-aligners-dont-fit\/","title":{"rendered":"My Invisalign Aligners Don\u2019t Fit \u2013 What Should I Do?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Close up of an Invisalign tray\" class=\"wp-image-61\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image.png 636w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re ready to straighten out your smile with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign clear aligners,<\/a> but you\u2019ve run into a bit of a snag. Your aligners don\u2019t seem to fit quite right. Maybe they feel too snug or too loose \u2013 all you know is they feel strange and uncomfortable. What should you do?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proper Invisalign fit is crucial for your treatment, so it\u2019s a good idea to be looking for tips! Keep reading for expert recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wait for a Couple of Days<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your Invisalign trays are feeling too tight, it is possible that your teeth simply haven\u2019t adjusted to the aligners yet. Wear your Invisalign for 22 hours and wait about two to three days. If the discomfort starts to subside, then they likely fit correctly. Remember, meeting your 22-hour wear time requirement is important; if you\u2019re not doing this each and every day, it\u2019ll take much longer for your teeth to adjust and move into their new positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Invisalign Chewies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Invisalign chewies are soft, small cylinders meant to help wearers get used to their aligners, but they can also help with fit if the problem is minor. You\u2019ll bite down on them for about five to 10 minutes. And that\u2019s it! The pressure should help the trays press against your teeth more properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ask About Backtracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although not necessarily common, poor-fitting Invisalign could mean that your teeth aren\u2019t quite ready for a new set of trays. In this case, you may need to \u201cbacktrack\u201d and wear your previous trays until your teeth are in the proper positions. Backtracking should <em>never <\/em>be done without a dentist\u2019s approval, though, so make sure to give yours a call before trying this method!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If all else fails, you should make an appointment with your dentist. They\u2019ll be able to examine your aligners more closely and identify the problem. Depending on the situation, they might modify your treatment plan, make adjustments to your aligners, or arrange for a replacement. Either way, they\u2019ll make sure you get back on track!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team of dentists at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Frandsen Dental of West Jordan<\/a> are committed to providing patients with a positive care experience. If you\u2019re worried about the fit of your Invisalign aligners, they\u2019ll gladly take a closer look at your trays and work to solve the issue. With such a dedicated and friendly team caring for your smile, you can be fully confident in your treatment plan! To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westjordanutdentist.com\/contact.html\">contact our office<\/a> with questions or an appointment request, call 801-890-0030.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019re ready to straighten out your smile with Invisalign clear aligners, but you\u2019ve run into a bit of a snag. Your aligners don\u2019t seem to fit quite right. Maybe they feel too snug or too loose \u2013 all you know is they feel strange and uncomfortable. What should you do? 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