Do I Need to Wear Invisalign 22 Hours a Day for Results?

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To achieve the best results with Invisalign, consistent daily wear is essential. At Diamond Dental Centre, we recommend that patients adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Daily Wear Time: Aligners should be worn for 20–22 hours each day.
  • When to Remove Them: You should only remove your aligners to eat, drink anything other than water, brush, and floss.
  • Impact on Treatment Speed: Consistent wear keeps your treatment plan on track. Research indicates that adults who wear their aligners for at least 21 hours per day can finish their treatment on average 2–3 months faster than those who wear them for fewer hours.
  • Consequences of Poor Compliance: Each missed hour of wear can add days to your overall treatment period, significantly delaying your final results.

Your commitment to these daily habits ensures that your smile transformation stays within the expected 6–18 month timeframe typical for adult patients.


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Our Locations

Diamond Dental Centre welcomes patients at multiple locations across Metro Vancouver. Our friendly team provides personalized dental care for individuals and families, with convenient options to help you find a clinic near you.

Our Office In New Westminster

Our clinic is still open to help the city of New Westminster. Parking can be found along Debeck Street or in the lot at the back of the building.

Our Address

  • 129 E Columbia St, Unit 103
  • New Westminster, BC V3L3V7

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Monday:
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
By Appointment Only
Friday:
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed

**We are closed on long weekends & holidays.

Our Office On Kingsway

We have expanded our clinic to a new location on Kingsway off E 33rd Avenue. Parking can be found along E 33rd or Kingsway.

Our Address

  • 2505 Kingsway
  • Vancouver, BC V5R5H1

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday:
By Appointment Only
Sunday:
Closed

**We are closed on long weekends & holidays.