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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 info.nobledds@gmail.com nobledentalcare.com
