If you want a straighter smile but prefer to avoid the frustration and added self-consciousness of having traditional braces, you might be a good candidate for Invisalign. Unlike standard orthodontics, this alternative treatment utilizes transparent plastic trays that fit snugly over your teeth to shift them to their ideal places.

Most patients complete treatment in about 12 to 18+ months, but if your teeth don’t shift as intended, you might fall off track with your anticipated timeline. Continue reading to learn why this sometimes happens and what you can do to avoid it!