A Valentine’s Day date is often nerve-wracking enough, what with its romance, gifts, etc. Throwing Invisalign into the mix can leave most folks feeling panicked. Still, you don’t need to worry; it’s possible to manage your trays and your lovely outing at the same time. Your Weatherford dentist will even share the facts required to do so. To that end, here are four things you should know about dating with Invisalign on Valentine’s Day.
Clear Aligners Boost Confidence
Going into your date, trust that you’ll likely make a good impression. Clear aligners tend to boost their users’ confidence.
A crooked smile can seriously hamper self-esteem, all things considered. It’s enough to make many people feel awkward, unworthy, depressed, and so on. The good news is that Invisalign can show results in just the first 6-8 weeks of treatment! As such, your trays should reduce your insecurity and help you feel confident for your date. They’ll ensure you aren’t too sheepish when you chat up your sweetie.
You Can’t Wear Trays While Eating
It’s easy to get lost in a date’s fun and romance. That said, don’t forget to remove your trays before your romantic meal; you can’t wear them while eating.
Aligners aren’t meant to be used when you eat or drink anything besides water. Due to their clear plastic material, chewing could cause the trays to darken or suffer damage. Dark-colored beverages could also stain the aligners, making them stand out more than before. Given these facts, try to remove your aligners discreetly before your meal arrives; you could do so by stepping into a nearby bathroom.
Post-Meal Brushing is Crucial
Once you and your date stop eating, you mustn’t shift gears too quickly. It’s crucial you do some post-meal brushing before the outing continues.
Invisalign advises that you always brush your teeth after a meal. In doing so, you remove debris and plaque that’d otherwise get trapped on your smile by your trays. Such removal greatly lowers your risk of cavities, gum disease, and other harsh oral issues. (After brushing your teeth, you could also take time to brush your aligners to keep them clean and stain-free.)
The Results Make Dates Easier
Even if Invisalign makes your Valentine’s date iffy, take heart. The treatment’s results will make your future dates much easier.
Remember: the role of clear aligners is to give you a straight smile. When they’ve finally done so, you’ll be able to show off a prettier grin to your loved one. That effect will make dating more fun for you and your partner, as you won’t feel distracted by crooked teeth anymore. You can instead enjoy your liaison without any worries!
Knowing the points above makes dating with Invisalign effective. So, keep them in mind when the 14th finally rolls around.
About the Practice
Cosmetic & Family Dentistry of Weatherford is based in Weatherford, TX. Led by Drs. Mulkey, Decker, and Romack, our practice has been helping smiles thrive for over 50 years. We take great pride in this long history, and we honor it by continuing to offer preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services. That said, our current team uses cutting-edge tools to ensure the best results! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (817)-594-3806.