It's important to remember to always wear your Invisalign aligners for 20 to 22 hours each day. You should only remove them when eating, brushing your teeth, or using dental floss. It's essential to brush and floss your teeth before putting the aligners back in your mouth. If food particles are left lodged between the teeth, they will be trapped inside the trays and cause tooth decay and other dental problems.
Invisalign fits snugly around your teeth, so you don't want any food or bacteria to remain there for hours. Invisalign trays are removable, so there are no dietary restrictions. However, it's important to note that chewing gum is not recommended while wearing the aligners. When brushing your teeth with Invisalign, tilt the brush towards the gumline (down for the lower teeth and up for the upper teeth) while making circular motions. This will help keep your teeth and gums healthy. It's also important to control the amount of time that Invisalign is out of your mouth so that you meet the minimum of 20 hours of daily use.
After completing treatment, you should wear your retainers as prescribed in order to protect your investment in a beautiful smile. Additionally, you can remove the aligners when eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing to improve oral hygiene. If you can't brush your teeth after every meal, you can rinse your mouth with water to remove food debris and particles that stick to your teeth. Keeping your teeth clean and Invisalign clean will help prevent cavities from forming and keep your aligners in perfect condition.
