Valentine’s Day is a special time to show the one you love just how much they mean to you. Whether you’re planning a dinner for two at a local restaurant or a date night at home, you want to make it a memorable event. What you don’t want is to find yourself in serious pain because of a sudden dental emergency. To make sure your time is spent with your date and not your dentist, here are 4 ways to protect your smile this holiday.

It’s difficult to control your habits when you’re stressed, and unfortunately, grinding and clenching your teeth puts a lot of pressure on your pearly whites. Bruxism (a fancy word for “teeth grinding and clenching”) can cause premature enamel wear, and in severe cases even lead to breakage. So if you’re considering an Invisalign treatment, you’re probably wondering whether the plastic trays can handle all that!

Rest assured, teeth grinding and clenching doesn’t affect Invisalign as negatively as you might think. Keep reading for the details.