Will My Oral Hygiene Routine Change With Invisalign?

Clear aligners need regular care, or they can get dirty and unhygienic. If you’re thinking about getting Invisalign, it’s important to know how your oral hygiene routine would change with Invisalign. As your orthodontist in Solon & Shaker Heights, OH, we can help! Here’s what you need to know about how your oral hygiene routine would change with Invisalign clear aligners.

Brush your Invsialign when you brush your teeth.

Invisalign needs to be brushed just like your regular teeth. During your usual toothbrush routine, you’ll take out your Invisalign for brushing. You can brush your Invisalign with a soft toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste. Your dentist can help you choose the right toothpaste to use on your Invisalign.

Don’t forget to brush and floss while the Invisalign is out! This is important for ensuring that your teeth are properly cleaned.

Soak your Invisalign once daily.

Invisalign needs to soak for fifteen minutes each day in special cleaning crystals. Your dentist can help you identify the correct cleaning crystals. Doing this helps keep your Invisalign hygienic.

Take your Invisalign out when you eat.

Invisalign can be damaged by some foods, so it’s important to take off your clear aligners when it’s time to eat. In fact, meal time is a perfect time to soak your clear aligners. Don’t forget to put the aligners back in your mouth when the meal is over.

Do you have more questions about Invisalign in Solon & Shaker Heights, OH? If so, call your orthodontist at McGuire Orthodontics and Facial Orthopedics. Make an appointment to learn more about how Invisalign works and what you need to do to take care of your Invisalign once you have clear aligners.