Success with invisalign clear aligners isn’t just about wearing them for 22 hours a day – it’s also about how you care for them in those other two hours.
As Chelmsford’s leading Invisalign providers, we’ve seen firsthand how a great hygiene routine helps lead to faster results and a brighter smile.
Here is our top tips on keeping your trays crystal clear and breath fresh:
“Do’s” of Invisalign Aligner Maintenance:
- Make sure you remove them for every bite: Even a “soft” smoothie can warp the plastic or trap sugars.
- Every time you pop them out, rinse with lukewarm water. This prevents saliva from drying into a cloudy film of plaque.
- The “Case Only” Rule: If they aren’t in your face, they’re in the case. Avoid the “napkin trap” – thousands of aligners end up in restaurant trash cans every year because they were wrapped in a tissue.
- Always brush and floss before re-inserting. Trapping food between your teeth and the plastic is essentially “marinating” your enamel in bacteria.
- While you eat dinner, let your trays soak everyday in Invisalign crystals or a gentle cleaner to remove odors and maintain transparency.
“Don’ts” of Invisalign Aligner Maintenance:
- Do not sip anything apart from water: Coffee, tea ot soda will stain your trays (making your teeth look yellow). It can also lead to trapped acidity against your enamel.
- Do not “cook” your trays: Invisalign is a high-tech thermoplastic. Boiling or hot water will warp the fit, potentially stalling your progress.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners: Skip the “beaded” toothpastes or scented soaps. These create micro-scratches that make the plastic look cloudy and “dirty.”
- Do not leave them exposed: Leaving trays on a counter or nightstand invites bacteria and increases the risk of them being lost or damaged.
Did You Know: We Offer Free Invisalign Consultations In Chelmsford?
Choosing the right Invisalign providers is the first step toward a confident new look. However you are currently feeling about the process, we’re here to help.
Feel free to book a free invisalign consultation here and find out if invisalign aligners are the right choice for you, or your child’s smile.