{"id":8060,"date":"2021-09-22T11:32:48","date_gmt":"2021-09-22T11:32:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.highlandoakdental.com\/blog\/?p=8060"},"modified":"2025-04-04T15:40:58","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T15:40:58","slug":"clean-your-aligners-with-these-easy-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.highlandoakdental.com\/blog\/clean-your-aligners-with-these-easy-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Clean Your Aligners With These Easy Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cleaning is an important part of using Invisalign aligners and must be done regularly. Even if the aligners must be discarded after a few weeks, they must be kept clean. Alternatively, you may be given a filthy pair of aligners, which may affect future therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without proper care, your Invisalign aligners may develop foul odors, discolouration, and even dental issues. These aligners, as well as your teeth, will need to be cleaned everyday to guarantee the optimal treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Recommended Cleaning of Your Invisalign Trays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A typical day in the office for Invisalign treatment should look like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Brush your teeth and clean your aligners first thing in the morning.

    <\/strong>Unless otherwise noted, your aligners should be worn at night. Because bacteria builds as you sleep, it is vital to clean them before you wake up. Cleaning your teeth is vital to remove germs that has accumulated on them. Clean the trays and the rest of the device before reinstalling it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Soak the trays daily.<\/strong> To maintain optimal performance, submerge the trays in cleaning crystals or denture cleaners before use. Putting it in hot water may harm the trays. After the soak, brush away any residual food particles using a spare toothbrush.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Rinse your aligners well after removing them from your mouth.<\/strong>

    Immediately after removing your invisible aligners from your mouth, rinse them thoroughly. This rinse removes dried saliva from the mouth. Put objects in a container to keep them from growing brittle or diseased. The trays should be cleaned with cold water to avoid warping and bending.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Brush and floss before putting on the trays to avoid cavities.<\/strong> When you eat or drink, make sure these food particles are gone from your body. Before replacing your toothbrush, remember to properly clean and floss. Using dental instruments can help remove bacteria and food particles stuck between your teeth and the rest of your mouth. Untreated, they can create cavities and other health issues.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Read Advantages of Invisalign trays<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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