{"id":89,"date":"2025-08-08T21:51:58","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T21:51:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.friscodentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=89"},"modified":"2025-09-11T21:52:27","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T21:52:27","slug":"aligner-gone-awol-here-is-what-to-do-if-you-lose-your-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.friscodentalcare.com\/blog\/2025\/08\/08\/aligner-gone-awol-here-is-what-to-do-if-you-lose-your-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"Aligner Gone AWOL? Here\u2019s What to Do If You Lose Your Invisalign Tray"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019re looking for the most convenient way to get orthodontic treatment, it has to be Invisalign<\/a>. But while it\u2019s designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine, sometimes life happens. Whether you accidentally tossed an aligner at lunch or it fell victim to the family dog\u2014don\u2019t panic. Keep reading to learn what to do if you lose an Invisalign aligner and see how to keep it from happening again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Step One: Stay Calm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Losing an aligner isn\u2019t the end of the world. Your treatment plan isn\u2019t ruined, and your dentist can always get you back on track. The most important thing is to act quickly and avoid guessing your next move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step Two: Call Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before doing anything else, contact your dentist. They\u2019ll consider how long you\u2019ve been wearing your current aligner and what stage of treatment you\u2019re in. Depending on the situation, they might recommend moving to your next set or going back to the previous one temporarily while they order a new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Protect Your Smile and Wait<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t get a replacement right away, follow your dentist\u2019s advice and continue your routine as normal. This will protect the progress you\u2019ve already made and keep up your habits until you get your replacement trays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips to Avoid Losing Your Aligners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lost aligners are common, but with a few habits, you can avoid the hassle in the future:<\/p>\n\n\n\n