{"id":305,"date":"2026-09-19T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-19T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/2026\/09\/19\/invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-the-year-ends\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T07:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T07:00:00","slug":"invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-the-year-ends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/2026\/09\/19\/invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-the-year-ends\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year, Straighter Smile: Why Start Invisalign Before the Year Ends"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-th-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Female inserting an Invisalign aligner\" class=\"wp-image-304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-th-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-th-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-th-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Invisalign-why-start-treatment-before-th.jpeg 1430w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Already thinking about New Year&#8217;s resolutions? What if you could start early and get a jump-start on a straighter, healthier smile? With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign<\/a>, you can! Starting treatment long before the clock strikes midnight on December 31 has its advantages, but what are they? Read on to learn why your dream smile can be within reach sooner than you think.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Benefits of Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Metal braces aren\u2019t the only way to straighten your teeth, at least not anymore. Invisalign helps you get the results you want without the bulky brackets and wires, but having a mouth free of metal isn\u2019t the only benefit this orthodontic solution provides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Invisalign is discreet because of the clear plastic aligners.<\/li>\n<li>Trays are customized to fit your smile as it moves over time.<\/li>\n<li>You can freely eat the foods you love without worry about food getting stuck between brackets and wires.<\/li>\n<li>Treatment is flexible, requiring you to remove your trays before eating, drinking, and cleaning your aligners.<\/li>\n<li>Results tend to arrive much faster (12-18 months) than with traditional braces that can take 2-3 years.<\/li>\n<li>Invisalign aligners are sleek and comfortable to wear, unlike metal braces that protrude and irritate soft oral tissues.<\/li>\n<li>Invisalign is a great option for self-conscious teenagers and adults and busy professionals.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Should You Start Invisalign Treatment Now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may already be convinced that Invisalign is how you want to straighten your teeth, but you\u2019re still considering holding off until next year to start treatment. Whatever your reason for waiting, you should strongly reconsider. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Starting Invisalign now means reaching your smile goal much sooner. Every case is different, but if you want to see results this time next year, don\u2019t wait to talk to your dentist.<\/li>\n<li>Straighter teeth allow for better oral health. Once you start treatment, you\u2019ll begin to see noticeable changes that make it easier to care for your teeth and gums, reducing your risk of cavities and gum disease.<\/li>\n<li>Many dental insurance companies will help cover a portion of orthodontic treatment, including Invisalign. Some may pay up to 50% if you\u2019ve met your annual deductible. This means you spend less by starting now. If you wait until next year, your benefits will reset, and you&#8217;ll have to meet your deductible before your insurance starts paying its share.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make your smile a priority now, not later. Start Invisalign before the end of the year to get one step closer to your goal of straighter, healthier teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Adam Shinkawa followed in his father\u2019s footsteps, earning his dental degree at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. He is Invisalign-certified and regularly treats patients who prefer a more discreet orthodontic treatment option. If you want straighter teeth without unsightly metal getting in the way, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shinkawadental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(<\/strong><strong>559<\/strong><strong>) <\/strong><strong>226<\/strong><strong>&#8211;<\/strong><strong>5656<\/strong> to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Already thinking about New Year&#8217;s resolutions? What if you could start early and get a jump-start on a straighter, healthier smile? With Invisalign, you can! Starting treatment long before the clock strikes midnight on December 31 has its advantages, but what are they? 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