Invisalign Weston MA

Invisalign Weston MA | Having straight teeth is an essential part of maintaining the health and appearance of your teeth and smile. Invisalign has become extremely popular throughout the years with those looking for a discreet treatment. But the system is not a completely passive one.

To get the most out of Invisalign Weston MA patients need to know how to properly maintain their Invisalign clear aligners.

Maintaining Your Aligners

Being treated with Invisalign is more than about simply keeping your aligners in your mouth for the required 22 hours a day. You must also ensure that you keep your teeth and aligners clean. This goes beyond mere cosmetics, as no one wants to walk around with dirty trays. Besides the cosmetic issues, you want to make sure that your aligners are free from an accumulation of bacteria that can negatively affect both your oral hygiene and general health.

Although your aligners are made from an inorganic material, they can still be affected by oral bacteria if you don’t clean them properly. Food debris and sugars can stick to uncleaned Invisalign Weston MA aligners, leading to a buildup of bacteria that can discolor your aligners and cause them to have a foul odor.

So you need to be cleaning your Invisalign Weston MA aligners on a daily basis to ensure that your treatment is working properly and that you do not develop problems like bad breath. Read on to discover how to clean your trays so that they remain clear and free of bacteria.

Starting a Maintenance Routine

Because you will be sleeping while wearing your aligners, it’s best to remove them the first thing each morning. Clean both your teeth and the actual trays before replacing them into your mouth. While you are sleeping, bacteria has a chance to grow unimpeded. So follow this routine when waking and repeat it before going to bed.

Rinse Your Aligners

Make it a habit to thoroughly rinse your Invisalign aligners every time you remove them from your mouth. Use cold water to rinse them and remove any dried saliva. If you have taken your aligners out, never leave your trays out in the open. And don’t forget to avoid rinsing your aligners using hot water that can warp your trays. Trays with a distorted shape can cause discomfort and affect your treatment.

Brush and Floss

Optimally, you should only remove your trays before you eat or drink. Before replacing your trays, remember to brush and floss your teeth. Otherwise, food particles can become trapped in the trays, potentially causing cavities or other dental problems.

Soak Your Trays

To make sure that your clear aligners remain clean, soak your trays each day using a denture cleaner or Invisalign Weston MA cleaning crystals.

• Never use hot water or mouthwash to soak your trays, as this could damage them.
• After you have soaked your trays, use a good toothbrush to remove any lingering food particles.

Schedule A Consultation

Straightening your teeth with Invisalign Weston MA  improves your smile but also your confidence! Contact us at (781) 894-0347  or schedule your consultation online.