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When does Invisalign move the most?

Invisalign aligners make your teeth move from their previous position to the desired position, making them look more aligned and even. The movement of your teeth during your Invisalign or teeth straightening process depends on how much your teeth are misaligned or crooked. Different people experience different movement times. However, on average, you can see minor movements in your teeth by the second or third month of your Invisalign treatment. But it is important to understand that you might not notice or see any movement in your teeth’s position up until four months, and it’s completely normal as the treatment and movement time differs from person to person.

In most cases, patients see prominent teeth movement around the sixth or seventh month of the treatment. During the sixth and seventh months, your Invisalign moves the most, and you will see a significant change in your teeth’ position. Moreover, in some cases, people notice a difference in their teeth position within the first two weeks only; for others, it might take longer. The movement of your Invisalign depends on different factors like the alignment of your jaw, the shape of your teeth, the condition of your gums, genetics, etc. You can not expect your Invisalign aligners to show movement in a fixed timeline.

How can you check the progress of your Invisalign aligners movement?

Invisalign aligners have many benefits, and one of them is the 3D model by which your dentist will plan out your Invisalign treatment. The 3D model of your teeth will help you check or track the real-time progress your teeth will make during the Invisalign treatment. Your dentist will create a time-lapse image of your teeth to show how exactly Invisalign will move your teeth.

Lastly, if you face any problem with your Invisalign treatment, it is important to consult your dentist for proper treatment.