Do You Brush Invisalign the Same Way You Brush Teeth?

For the most part, Invisalign allows you to follow a regular dental care routine, much the same way you take care of your teeth regularly. That is because Invisalign aligners can be removed for brushing. Therefore, you do not need floss threaders to navigate through orthodontic wires or have to brush your teeth the same way you do with regular braces. By removing the almost invisible aligners, you can brush and floss your teeth like you would normally do if you were not undergoing the therapy.

Brushing Your Teeth While Wearing Invisalign

You should wear your Invisalign aligners 22 hours, and remove them only when you eat or brush and floss. Be sure to rinse the aligners before and after inserting them in your mouth. You should brush your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush. However, don[[[char:39]]]t brush them right after you eat, as doing so can erode the tooth enamel. Wait about an hour after you get done eating. Before then, rinse your mouth with water or an antibacterial mouth rinse with fluoride. Also, make sure you floss daily to remove excess plaque and any food that gets lodged between the teeth. You might also consider getting a water flosser to support your brushing and flossing routine.

Cleaning Your Invisalign Aligners

Make sure you clean the aligners at home, as the aligners (also called trays) can capture unwanted bacteria if they are not adequately cleaned. This will also protect your teeth. Invisalign features a cleaning system that entails placing the aligners in a tub with cleansing crystals. The plastic aligners are cleaned after just 15 minutes. You can also seek recommendations from us on other ways to clean the trays.
Would you like to know more about Invisalign? If you would like to have straighter teeth but don[[[char:39]]]t want to wear traditional braces, Invisalign may be a solution. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment for an Invisalign consultation.