{"id":339,"date":"2022-02-04T00:08:47","date_gmt":"2022-02-04T00:08:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/blog\/?p=339"},"modified":"2022-03-26T00:09:35","modified_gmt":"2022-03-26T00:09:35","slug":"tips-to-care-for-invisalign-clear-aligners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drlmetzger.com\/blog\/tips-to-care-for-invisalign-clear-aligners\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Tips to Take Care of My Invisalign Aligners?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Gone are the days of traditional braces being the only solution to align your teeth. Invisalign is a modern orthodontic treatment that can quickly and discreetly straighten your smile. Each removable, clear, plastic tray is worn for a predetermined amount of time, gradually shifting your teeth. Although you will only wear each set for a short period, you need to care for them properly to assure optimal results. Read on for tips from your dentist in Farmington<\/a> on how to maintain your clear aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Remove Your Aligners Before Eating or Drinking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the benefits of Invisalign<\/a> is there are no dietary restrictions. However, you must always<\/em> remove the aligners before eating or drinking anything that\u2019s not water. Otherwise, you could accidentally damage or stain them and food particles could get stuck in the aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Store Your Aligners Properly When Not in Use<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whenever you’re not wearing your trays, you should always store them in their designated case. If you leave them lying around, they\u2019re more likely to get lost or damaged. And since the aligners are essentially invisible, searching for them could be a stressful experience! To keep them safe, you should always have your case with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brush and Floss Your Teeth Before Putting Your Trays Back In<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Always make sure your mouth is clean before putting your trays back in! Brushing and flossing are critical to removing any food particles or bacteria. Otherwise, you risk trapping them in your teeth or gums when slipping your aligners on, which can lead to dental issues like cavities, decay, and gingivitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clean Your Aligners Regularly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Regularly cleaning your Invisalign aligners can prevent them from developing an odor or looking cloudy. Bacteria can accumulate on the trays throughout the day and while you sleep at night. Use a soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste to gently scrub them every morning and evening while brushing your teeth. Keeping them clean will ensure your mouth stays free of bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soak Your Aligners Daily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On top of regularly scrubbing your clear aligners, you should also soak them at least once a day. Here\u2019s what the process should look like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n