How to Care for Invisalign Aligners

Once you have made the decision with an orthodontist to try Invisalign, it is in your best interest to take care of your aligners to protect your investment. Rather than simply wearing them and otherwise leaving them to sit without care, there are a variety of things that patients can do to ensure they stay in good condition and work as best as possible.

Bandeen Orthodontics of Battle Creek provides Invisalign to any patient that wants a straighter smile without the interruption that braces may cause. With our team of professionals on your side, you’ll have access to expert advice and care while going through your Invisalign treatment, every step of the way. Some recommendations for care that we suggest include:

1. Make a time for yourself to clean

Whether it is right before bed, when you wake up in the morning, in the middle of the day, or at each of these times, it’s important to set apart a time to clean your Invisalign.  Without a proper cleaning, aligners may build up their own plaque or bacteria that is then sitting on your teeth while the Invisalign is in.

2. Use the right materials to clean

With Invisalign, you need to make sure that when you clean your aligners, you are using a cleaning material that isn’t too abrasive or corrosive. When you do, it can either make your aligners start to no longer be completely clear, making them visible, or cause the integrity of them to start faltering over time.

3. Rinse upon removal

Each time you remove your aligners, a simple way to keep their longevity is to rinse them afterword. By rinsing Invisalign, you can remove saliva or loose plaque that is stuck to the aligner. These are breeding grounds for bacteria, so make sure to clean them by rinsing.

4. Use the provided case

When you first get Invisalign, you’ll get a carrying case that you want to make sure you regularly use. By putting your aligners in your case whenever they are not in use, you consistently reduce the risk of bad things happening to them.

5. Don’t eat with aligners

This one may seem straightforward enough, but it may be temping for some to eat soft foods or drink sugary drinks while their aligners are in. This not only increases the chance of food getting stuck inside the aligners with your teeth but poses a potentially great risk to the condition of the aligners.

Bandeen Orthodontics of Battle Creek wants every Invisalign patient to take care of their aligners as best as possible to protect their orthodontic investment. With our guidance and recommendations, you can get the most out of your Invisalign treatment. Visit us to get yours today!