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Invisalign® Refinements: Why They Happen & How to Avoid Extra Rounds

Invisalign® Refinements: Why They Happen & How to Avoid Extra Rounds

by Reschelle Chege | Dec 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

When you start Invisalign, the dream is simple: a smooth Invisalign journey from first tray to final result. Then you hear the word “refinements” and wonder, Did my treatment not work? Did something go wrong? Take a breath. Invisalign refinements are incredibly...
When Aligners Don’t Track: Causes, Fixes, and When to Call Your Orthodontist

When Aligners Don’t Track: Causes, Fixes, and When to Call Your Orthodontist

by Reschelle Chege | Dec 11, 2025 | Blog

When your Invisalign aligners suddenly stop fitting the way they did at the beginning, it’s easy to worry that the whole treatment is “ruined.” The good news: in most cases, Invisalign not tracking is fixable – especially if you catch it early and know what to...
Orthodontic Emergencies: What’s Urgent, What Can Wait, and Quick Home Fixes

Orthodontic Emergencies: What’s Urgent, What Can Wait, and Quick Home Fixes

by Reschelle Chege | Nov 10, 2025 | Blog

A sudden loose bracket, a stray poking wire, or the panic of a lost Invisalign aligner can stop your day cold. When you’re in the middle of your orthodontic journey, any unexpected snag can feel like a major problem. We get it. That feeling of surprise and mild...

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