Invisalign offers a discreet and comfortable way to straighten your teeth, but it's important to take good care of your aligners to ensure their full effectiveness. Before each insertion, use a soft-bristled toothbrush with water and a small amount of toothpaste to clean the aligners. Eating while wearing the aligners can scratch or damage them, so it's best to avoid this. Pets, especially dogs, are known to be attracted to and chew on Invisalign aligners, so it's important to keep them away from your aligners.
It may take a few days to get used to the aligners, but after that you won't even notice them. It's also important to ask your dentist if they offer a payment plan to help cover the costs of Invisalign. You don't need to restrict your favorite foods and snacks unless your doctor tells you otherwise. To ensure the effectiveness of your aligners, make sure that the joints or “protrusions” of the teeth engage the corresponding “bubbles” in the aligner.
Clear aligners are made of transparent composite material and are placed on the teeth to help them move into position. “Chewable” aligners are used to help fix the seats and help the teeth move into place in the aligners. It's also important to wear retainers as directed or else a relapse may occur and you'll need to be re-treated. By following these simple measures, you can keep your aligners in great shape throughout treatment and achieve perfectly straight teeth as a result.
Invisalign can cost about the same as traditional orthodontic appliances.If you're looking for an at-home teeth whitening option, look for one that complies with ADA acceptance standards to lighten superficial and deeper stains. This is due to the pressure that the aligner exerts on the accessories, helping to reposition the teeth.
