Invisalign is a nearly invisible teeth straightening option, but only if the trays stay clear.
How can you prevent clear aligners from yellowing or clouding?
When you choose Invisalign in Northville, your mouth’s environment becomes the biggest factor in tray clarity. If your saliva is trapped behind a tray along with food particles, it threatens both your teeth and your aligners.
Follow this guide to preserve your Invisalign tray clarity throughout treatment.
Always Clean After Eating
When you put your aligners back in directly after eating without brushing, you trap sugar and acids against the plastic. Because your saliva cannot reach the tooth surface to “wash” it away, these substances begin to ferment. Fermentation may cause the aligner to take on a cloudy, dull appearance and a distinct odor.
If you cannot brush after a meal, at least vigorously rinse your mouth with water. Rinsing removes food residue to keep the plastic clear and your breath fresh.
Prevent Calculus and Tartar Buildup on Plastic
Just like your teeth, aligners can develop tartar buildup. Proper dental hygiene can help prevent this. However, if you see hard, white, cloudy spots on your trays, they are mineral deposits from your saliva.
Use a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and lukewarm water for a 15-minute soak once a week. The mild acidity of the vinegar breaks down the mineral deposits without damaging the structure of the Invisalign tray.
Start Your Clear Journey to Alignment with Invisalign in Northville
Your Invisalign trays are an extension of your cosmetic goals. Keeping them pristine is part of the process of revealing your best smile. At Northville Cosmetic Dentist, we provide the coaching and tools necessary to help you keep your smile and trays looking their best.
Take the first step toward your best smile. Schedule an Invisalign consultation in Northville today.
