Invisalign® Do's and Don'ts

Are you using Invisalign® or thinking of getting it? If you are looking to align your teeth swiftly and discreetly, then you will appreciate Invisalign. This dental treatment is a popular option for people who want squarer teeth and straighter smiles without the bulky metal wires that braces require.

 

Invisalign aligners give people great comfort and convenience as they go about their daily lives. This cannot be said of typical metal-based braces, which forced people to change their diets, endure metal cuts in delicate areas of the mouth, and struggle to remove food particles wedged in between wires and metal brackets.

 

So, What Exactly Is Invisalign?

Invisalign is a dental treatment that straightens teeth using clear, plastic aligners. The treatment is the transparent substitute for metal braces for both kids and adults. Although these clear aligners may not be totally unnoticeable, they fit and cover your teeth securely and are much less visible than the wires and brackets of old-style braces.

 

How Can You Take Care of Your Invisalign?

Your lifestyle will not have to change too much while you are using Invisalign. Here are some tips and tricks to care for your clear aligners as you enjoy doing just about everything you want while using them.

 

• Thoroughly clean your Invisalign at least once daily. This means getting a new brush for your aligners and using it to clean all the bits of food and plaque in them to keep them looking and smelling fresh
   

• Clean and floss your teeth before wearing the aligners. This helps prevent food particles from getting stuck against your teeth inside the aligners
   

• Remove your Invisalign before eating or drinking (anything but water); otherwise, you will stain or damage your Invisalign
   

• Avoid drinking too much coffee, as caffeine can stain your aligners
  
   

What Are the Don’ts of Caring for Your Invisalign?

Here are things you should not do while wearing your aligners.

 

• Do not leave the aligners out in the open. Always store them away safely in their case when you are not wearing them
   

• Do not smoke
   

• Do not clean your aligners using scented or colored soaps and toothpaste. Consult your orthodontist about the best dental cleansers for your Invisalign
   

• Do not remove your Invisalign by pulling it out hastily; otherwise, it can crack or break
  
   

Being cautious with your Invisalign can help the aligners last for the duration of your treatment.

 

How Long Does an Invisalign Treatment Last?

Normally, Invisalign requires 12 to 18 months of treatment for good results. During the treatment, you are supposed to wear the aligners for all hours of the day besides when you eat. You will probably notice developments along the way as your teeth steadily align and you move on to the next level of treatment.

 

Are You Ready to Start Using Invisalign?

If you are ready to change your smile with Invisalign, visit your orthodontist. Be sure to learn and become familiar with the facts about the procedure.


 

For more on Invisalign do’s and don’ts, visit Today's Family Dental at our office in Tampa or Lutz, Florida. You can call (813) 370-1700 or (813) 212-8700 today to book an appointment.