{"id":858,"date":"2026-05-07T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goehringdental.com\/blog\/5-common-invisalign-mistakes-what-to-avoid\/"},"modified":"2026-08-05T04:15:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T04:15:44","slug":"5-common-invisalign-mistakes-what-to-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goehringdental.com\/blog\/5-common-invisalign-mistakes-what-to-avoid\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Common Invisalign\u00ae Mistakes and How to Avoid Them \u2014 Goehring Dental"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"blog-item-inner-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"blog-item-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"blog-item-content e-content\">\n<div class=\"sqs-layout sqs-grid-12 columns-12\" data-layout-label=\"Post Body\" data-type=\"item\" id=\"item-6757b69a72665841cb2418ea\">\n<div class=\"row sqs-row\">\n<div class=\"col sqs-col-12 span-12\">\n<div class=\"sqs-block image-block sqs-block-image\" data-block-type=\"5\" data-sqsp-block=\"image-classic\" id=\"block-622c07d5b3242128a449\">\n<div class=\"sqs-block-content\">\n<div class=\"\n          image-block-outer-wrapper\n          layout-caption-hidden\n          design-layout-inline\n          combination-animation-site-default\n          individual-animation-site-default\n          individual-text-animation-site-default\n        \" data-test=\"image-block-inline-outer-wrapper\" data-sqsp-image-classic-block-layout=\"inline\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"\n              sqs-block-image-figure\n              intrinsic\n            \" style=\"max-width:1106px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"image-block-wrapper\" data-animation-role=\"image\">\n<div data-sqsp-image-classic-block-image-container class=\"sqs-image-shape-container-element\n              \n          \n        \n              has-aspect-ratio\n            \" style=\"\n                position: relative;\n                \n                  padding-bottom:65.82278442382812%;\n                \n                overflow: hidden;-webkit-mask-image: -webkit-radial-gradient(white, black);\n              \"><\/p>\n<p>                <img data-stretch=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/654078e739e59f102e48c3fc\/e039ce33-d304-456c-9ca5-e28ccda46ad0\/invisalign-south-austin-adult-clear-braces-goehring-dental.png\" data-image=\"https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/654078e739e59f102e48c3fc\/e039ce33-d304-456c-9ca5-e28ccda46ad0\/invisalign-south-austin-adult-clear-braces-goehring-dental.png\" data-image-dimensions=\"1106x728\" data-image-focal-point=\"0.5,0.5\" alt=\"\" data-load=\"false\" elementtiming=\"system-image-block\" data-sqsp-image-classic-block-image src=\"https:\/\/www.goehringdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/img_3-4.png\" width=\"1106\" height=\"728\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 100vw\" style=\"display:block;object-fit: cover; 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But as effective as it is, achieving your dream smile depends on how well you follow your treatment plan. Here at <a href=\"\/\">Goehring Dental in Austin, TX<\/a>, we\u2019ve seen how a few common missteps can impact progress\u2014and we\u2019re here to help you avoid them.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--accent\">What are the top five Invisalign\u00ae mistakes and how to avoid them?<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--darkAccent\"><strong>Mistake #1: Not Wearing Your Aligners for the Recommended Time<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">For <a href=\"\/services\/cosmetic-dentistry\/invisalign-clear-braces-austin-tx\/\">Invisalign\u00ae <\/a>to work its \u201cmagic\u201d, you need to wear your aligners for 20\u201322 hours a day. Falling short of this time can slow your progress, extend your treatment, and even compromise your results.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-highlight\" data-text-attribute-id=\"77877ece-2f00-49af-8dde-f0e9656dffce\"><strong>How to Avoid It:<\/strong><\/span>Staying on track with wear time can be easier with a few tricks<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Set phone reminders to put your aligners back in after meals or brushing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Use an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.invisalign.com\/provider\/align-digital-platform\/my-invisalign-app\" >Invisalign\u00ae tracker app<\/a> to monitor your daily wear time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Keep your aligner case handy to remind yourself to pop them back in.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Consistency is the key to keeping your treatment moving forward.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--darkAccent\"><strong>Mistake #2: Skipping Proper Cleaning<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Your aligners will become your smile\u2019s \u201cbest friend\u201d during treatment\u2014they will need care, too! Failing to clean them properly can lead to a buildup of plaque, discoloration, or even unpleasant smells. Dirty aligners can also negatively impact your oral health.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-highlight\" data-text-attribute-id=\"55cc9960-7e13-48f6-8c77-7333b28a8df5\"><strong>How to Avoid It:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Rinse your aligners with lukewarm water each time you remove them.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Use a soft-bristle toothbrush and mild soap to gently clean them. (Skip the toothpaste\u2014it\u2019s too abrasive!)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Give them a daily soak in Invisalign\u00ae cleaning crystals or denture cleaner for a deeper clean.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">A clean aligner means a cleaner, healthier smile!<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--darkAccent\"><strong>Mistake #3: Eating or Drinking While Wearing Aligners<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">While water is fine, eating or drinking anything else with your aligners in is a major NO-NO. Foods and beverages can stain or warp the plastic, making your aligners less effective and your smile less brilliant.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-highlight\" data-text-attribute-id=\"29584465-d3e8-4878-98da-bb19e16a9e91\"><strong>How to Avoid It:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Always remove your aligners before eating or drinking anything other than water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Keep a protective case with you to store them safely during meals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Brush your teeth before reinserting your aligners to prevent trapping food particles or bacteria.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Taking these steps keeps your aligners clear and your treatment on track.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--darkAccent\"><strong>Mistake #4: Delaying the Switch to Your Next Set of Aligners<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><a href=\"\/services\/cosmetic-dentistry\/invisalign-clear-braces-austin-tx\">Invisalign\u00ae <\/a>works by gradually moving your teeth with a series of aligners, but delaying the switch to your next set can throw off your treatment timeline. It\u2019s crucial to follow the schedule provided by your dentist or orthodontist.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-highlight\" data-text-attribute-id=\"25c9441e-40d2-48d8-9560-0522804bb958\"><strong>How to Avoid It:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Mark your calendar or set phone alerts to remind you when it\u2019s time to switch.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If you misplace or damage a set of aligners, <a href=\"\/contact\">contact your dentist<\/a> immediately to avoid interruptions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Sticking to your schedule ensures steady progress and keeps your treatment plan on track.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--darkAccent\"><strong>Mistake #5: Neglecting Retainers After Treatment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">After you\u2019ve finished your Invisalign\u00ae treatment you\u2019ll move forward with <a href=\"\/blog\/maintaining-your-results-after-invisalign-why-retainers-are-essential\" >new retainers<\/a>. Without retainers, your teeth can gradually shift back to their original positions, undoing all the progress you\u2019ve made.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-highlight\" data-text-attribute-id=\"de4253b5-53c7-4c74-bc2f-4d7fd38f6067\"><strong>How to Avoid It:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Follow your <a href=\"\/meet-our-dentists\">dentist\u2019s<\/a> instructions for wearing retainers, whether it\u2019s full-time at first or just at night later on.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Clean and store your retainers properly to keep them in good condition.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Keep a backup retainer to avoid disruptions if one gets damaged or lost.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Retainers are the finishing touch to your Invisalign\u00ae journey, ensuring your beautiful smile lasts for years to come.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sqs-block website-component-block sqs-block-website-component sqs-block-html html-block\" data-block-css='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/dafc2011-c3c4-4c97-a6a4-10c79b1c8a5d_720\/website.components.html.styles.css\"]' data-block-scripts='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/dafc2011-c3c4-4c97-a6a4-10c79b1c8a5d_720\/website.components.html.visitor.js\"]' data-block-type=\"1337\" data-definition-name=\"website.components.html\" data-sqsp-block=\"text\" data-website-component-id=\"12d6674eed39cd269d87\" id=\"block-12d6674eed39cd269d87\">\n<div class=\"sqs-block-content\">\n<div class=\"sqs-text-block-container\">\n<div class=\"sqs-html-content\" data-sqsp-text-block-content>\n<h2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Avoiding these common mistakes is key to achieving <span class=\"sqsrte-text-highlight\" data-text-attribute-id=\"d51afaf8-44bf-4eab-8e95-785ba1a78460\">your dream smile<\/span>.<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">At Goehring Dental, we\u2019re here to make your Invisalign\u00ae experience as seamless as possible. If you have questions about your treatment, need guidance, or are ready to start your journey to a beautifully aligned smile, contact us today. Let\u2019s work together to create the confident smile you deserve! Give us a call at <a href=\"tel:+15128928822\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">(512) 892-8822<\/span><\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goehringdental.com\/contact\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">contact us<\/span><\/a> by filling out the form below. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Invisalign\u00ae has revolutionized orthodontic treatment by offering a nearly invisible and convenient way to straighten your teeth. But as effective as it is, achieving your dream smile depends on how well you follow your treatment plan. 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