The Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing Invisalign

The Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing Invisalign , updated 8/25/22, 12:19 AM

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THE DO’S AND DON’ TS
of Wearing
Invisalign
When it comes to choosing
Invisalign to improve your
smile, there are a few
mistakes to avoid and steps
to take to avoid damage
to the plastic material.
Do Keep
the Aligners
Clean
Use a soft-bristled
toothbrush to gently clean
your Invisalign aligners
each day to remove germs
and bacteria.
This will reduce the amount of plaque
that develops on your teeth, which can
reduce the risk of tooth decay that
occurs as you maintain your oral health.
Cleaning crystals can also
be used once each week
to deep clean the aligners.
Cleaning the teeth before placing
the aligners in your mouth is also
necessary to prevent small food particles
from becoming trapped in the aligners.
Do Use
a Case
Always store the
Invisalign aligners
in a case to protect
them from damage
or getting lost.
The transparent material
can make them easy
to lose, whether you
place them on a napkin
when you're eating
a snack or leave them
on your nightstand.
Getting into the habit
of storing them in a case
can also help them
to stay cleaner
throughout the week.
Don't Eat
While
Wearing
Invisalign
Many people make the mistake of leaving
their aligners in their mouths when
eating foods and consuming beverages.
Unfortunately, this can cause damage
to the aligners because they're not
designed to be chewed as you bite
into food.
Fortunately, you can still leave them in
the mouth when you take sips of water
and stay hydrated in-between meals.
Don't Miss
Your Dental
Appointments
Skipping your dental
appointments can lead
to delays in the progress
that you make with your
teeth, and can also add
extra fees to the services
you're receiving.
Prioritize your visits
to ensure you continue
to make progress and
prevent your aligners
from wearing down
when you wear them
longer than they were
designed to be used.
Don’t Expose
the Invisalign
Trays to Heat
Your dentist will tell you to avoid placing
your Invisalign aligners close to any
sources of heat, which can cause the
plastic to melt.
Avoid cleaning off the plastic in hot water,
or boiling the aligners in water to clean
them, which can cause them to lose their
shape and will prevent them from shifting
the placement of your teeth.
This means it’s also necessary to remove
them from your mouth if you drink any
hot beverages like tea or coffee.
Understanding how to care for your
Invisalign aligners and avoiding common
mistakes will make them last longer.
Avoiding damage and premature wear
to the materials can avoid complications
and issues as you continue to improve the
quality of your smile.
1980 East Baseline Road #101,
Tempe, AZ 85283
NOBLE DENTAL CARE(480) 820-3515
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