Summer break = more sunshine, more fun… and more time to focus on your smile.
Whether you’re kicking off treatment or halfway through your journey, now’s the perfect time to build strong habits that can actually speed things up. If you’re wondering how to make Invisalign® work faster — or how to get braces off fast — it all starts with your daily routine and good summer dental hygiene.
We’ll help you smile beautifully!
At Wall Orthodontics, we’re passionate about helping our Statesboro community create healthier smiles — and this summer, we’re placing an extra focus on dental hygiene education in our local schools and neighborhoods! Whether you’re in the chair or in the classroom, we’re here to support your smile journey.
Here’s how to use the summer months to your advantage:
1. Don’t forget: Invisalign wear time is everything!
Wearing your Invisalign clear aligners 22 hours a day is non-negotiable if you want to stay on track — or even finish early. And with fewer distractions from school and after-school routines, summer is the perfect time to build strong wear-time habits.
Here’s how to make it easier:
- Only remove your aligners when eating or drinking (besides water)
- Keep your Invisalign case with you at all times (Consider getting a spare Invisalign case if you’re on-the-go a lot!)
- Set phone reminders if you tend to forget to put them back in
- Track your wear time
Fun tip: If your aligners are starting to feel a little looser than when you first put them in, that’s progress! But don’t skip to the next Invisalign tray unless Dr. Wall has told you to. Stick to your aligner schedule so we don’t risk delays or complications.
Staying consistent is the #1 way to fast track Invisalign treatment.
2. Keep your smile (and aligners) clean
A clean mouth & good summer dental care = a healthy, fast-moving smile. That goes for both braces and Invisalign!
For Invisalign patients:
- Brush your teeth and aligners every day
- Rinse aligners often
- Soak them regularly
- Avoid leaving them out or in hot places (like a car!)
For braces patients:
- Brush carefully after every meal
- Floss daily
- Use a proxy brush or water flosser to reach around brackets
Good hygiene is how you speed up the braces process and make sure nothing stands in the way of your progress. If you have custom KLOwen™ braces, you’re already on the fastest track to your new smile! KLOwen braces are already 41% faster (on average) than traditional braces, and require 45% fewer office visits.
3. Keep your Invisalign or braces care kit with you
A summer braces care kit or Invisalign on-the-go pouch makes it easier to stay consistent with your routine, even during vacations, sleepovers, or pool days.
What to Pack:
- Travel toothbrush & toothpaste
- Floss or floss picks
- Invisalign case or orthodontic wax
- Small mirror
- Extra aligners or elastics (if prescribed)
Keeping your smile as clean as possible is the best way to speed up Invisalign or braces treatment. So if you’re someone who loves to snack, keeping a care kit on hand is key to a fresh smile!
4. Snack smart to avoid setbacks
With braces, certain summer snacks can spell trouble. Sticky, chewy, or crunchy foods can break brackets or bend wires, leading to additional appointments to fix your braces and potential treatment delays.
With Invisalign, the rules are simpler — just remove your aligners to eat and brush before putting them back in. But sugary drinks and poor brushing can still affect your progress, so keep it clean!
- Smile-friendly snacks: smoothies, yogurt, cheese, watermelon
- Skip with braces: popcorn, taffy, hard chips
- Invisalign tip: Only drink water with aligners in (and keep them away from heat!)
5. Stay motivated — and make it fun!
Tracking your progress is a great way to stay inspired during treatment, especially during summer when routines are more relaxed.
Try snapping weekly photos of your smile and turning them into a TikTok, Reel, or time-lapse video. Watching your smile transform over time can be the boost you need to stick with your Invisalign wear time or stay consistent with your braces care.
Plus, it makes for some seriously fun content! If you post your progress on Instagram, don’t forget to tag @wallortho — we love seeing your smile journeys and cheering you on.
Bonus: you’ll have an amazing before-and-after to look back on once you finish treatment. (Check out some of our beautiful before-and-after braces and Invisalign transformations on our site!)
6. Keep your appointments & call us if anything feels off
Keeping up with your appointments and staying on schedule is key to staying on track. At each of your appointments, we’ll check your progress, make updates if needed, and ensure that everything is moving as it should.
If you’re doing virtual care through the DentalMonitoring app, staying on track is even easier — especially during summer travels or busy days. You can check in from anywhere, and Dr. Wall will review your scans to make sure everything looks great without you having to come into the office.
And don’t forget your regular dental cleanings, too! Professional cleanings help remove buildup you can’t reach at home and keep your smile healthy throughout treatment.
Notice something off with your treatment? Don’t wait, reach out at (912) 764-6737 or send us a message through the DentalMonitoring app! We’re here to help you stay on course this summer, and beyond.
This summer, stay on track and smile on!
At Wall Orthodontics, we believe that great smiles are built on strong habits — and it starts with dental hygiene. That’s why we’re committed to supporting our local Statesboro community and schools with oral health education this summer.
Don’t forget:
- Wear your aligners as directed
- Keep your teeth and aligners or braces clean
- Eat smart and avoid setbacks that are in your control
- Make it fun with photos or progress tracking
- Stay in touch with us!
Want to start Invisalign this summer? Now’s the perfect time to get started. Book your complimentary consultation with your Statesboro orthodontist, Dr. Wall, and transform your confidence over summer break.
