People love Invisalign treatments because they’re convenient. Being able to take out your aligner when you need to is a massive advantage Invisalign has over traditional wire braces. However, that comes with a unique challenge: trying not to lose your aligner. If you take it out multiple times a day, it can be all too easy to leave your tray on a table, by a bathroom sink, or even to accidentally throw it away. If you think you’ve misplaced your aligner, don’t worry; it happens all the time. Here’s what you should do if you’re in this situation.

It’s easier to tell that there’s a problem than to figure out what exactly that problem is. You can tell that your car is making a grinding noise, but you’d probably need a professional to figure out why. The same applies to your oral health. Many oral health problems exist, and telling one from another requires years of experience and training. If you have a bump on your gums, determining what’s causing it might be a challenge. Here’s a guide that might help you if you’re having a little bit of trouble.