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Does Invisalign make you talk funny?
Invisalign is a teeth-straightening orthopedic treatment. While Invisalign is less noticeable and easy to manage compared to the traditional braces, it can cause some problems with speech or make you talk funny, but it is easy to deal with and does not cause serious trouble.
While some people can have difficulty speaking, some can experience slight changes in how they talk, but it will go as you get used to wearing Invisalign every day. Invisalign trays completely cover your teeth, making them look slightly thicker, due to which some people experience a slight change of speech, which is temporary.
Most of the patients find it difficult to pronounce words with the sound of ‘s,’ ‘sh,’ ‘z’ or ‘th’. However, the problem is not noticeable enough, and you can adapt to the speech change once you wear your Invisalign for more than 2 weeks. In addition, if your speech and pronunciation problems are persistent, it is important to consult your dentist.
Why do you have a speaking or pronunciation problem with Invisalign?
Your Invisalign aligners are supposed to fit perfectly to your teeth, and they should not slip around while you wear them. If your Invisalign tray is not properly molded, it could make your Invisalign either too tight or too loose, and it will not sit properly on your teeth. Any such problem with your Invisalign tray could make it hard to talk or pronounce words correctly.
Tips for speaking properly with Invisalign
- Often practice the pronunciation of words you face difficulty in speaking
- Try reading more books or newspapers aloud to yourself or others
- Speak as much as you can without hesitation while wearing your Invisalign. This will get you used to talk while wearing your aligners.
- Speak slowly. Don’t rush out words while talking
Lastly, if you face any difficulty with your Invisalign treatment, it is important to consult your dentist for proper treatment.