Invisalign is a popular orthodontic treatment because the clear, removable trays allow for your smile to straighten beautifully without the hassle of traditional braces. However, our Bethlehem PA orthodontist reminds you that Invisalign trays require some maintenance as well! If you do not regularly clean your trays they can become discolored or develop a foul odor. Read on for tips to keep your trays clean and bright!
The number one oral hygiene tip to remember from our Bethlehem PA orthodontist while wearing Invisalign is to continue to brush and floss your teeth. It is important to brush and floss after every meal because any debris left behind will be trapped by your trays once you put them back on. If sugars and bacteria are trapped, the likelihood of developing cavities throughout treatment will increase.
Brushing and rinsing your aligners before putting them back in after meals is also recommended. You can brush out your aligners just like your teeth with your toothbrush and toothpaste. Some toothpastes, such as whitening solutions, may be too abrasive and cause streaking in your aligners. If this occurs our orthodontist in Bethlehem recommends switching to a different toothpaste.
When wearing your trays be sure to not eat or drink anything except for water. Food and beverages will stain your trays. Trapped food particles are often responsible for smelly trays as well.
Efferdent, Polident, and Retainer Brite are all examples of denture or retainer cleaners that you can use while you have your trays out during meals. Soak your aligners in the cleaning mixtures for 10-15 minutes, and then rinse out remaining particles before you reinsert them.
A simple, cost-effective cleaning strategy is simply hand washing your aligners with liquid soap. Dish or hand soap will work, but our Bethlehem PA orthodontist recommends you opt for a clear soap to avoid staining from a colored alternative.
For more ideas about how to best clean your Invisalign trays call our orthodontist in Bethlehem, PA! Our staff at our Bethlehem PA Spark Orthodontics is happy to offer more suggestions to keep your smile bright throughout your Invisalign treatment.
The information provided in this article is not meant to be medical advice and is for educational purposes only. If you would like to learn more about this and other topics related to orthodontics, feel free to contact Spark Orthodontics, with a convenient Bethlehem orthodontic office, by clicking here or by calling 610.223.7777.
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