Invisalign braces are clear and removable aligners that shift your teeth into a straighter position through gentle movements.⁠ They are a great alternative to traditional fixed braces. Invisalign treatment has grown in popularity worldwide because of its many benefits. For example, did you know you can reduce your risk for long-term oral health issues by straightening your teeth? Invisalign can help move the teeth into the correct position and close gaps.

Invisalign can fix numerous orthodontic issues such as teeth with a gap, crowding, overbite with a long snout, bite-sized morsel, crossbite, and much overjet. Invisalign aligners are easy to clean and easy to keep clean, which is especially important for teenagers. The aligners are virtually invisible, so now it’s possible to straighten your teeth discreetly, and no one will even know that you’re wearing them. Having clean teeth during treatment helps prevent bacteria, cavities, and decay, a problem with traditional metal braces. The aligners can be taken off, brushed, and cleaned. They can be worn all the time except when eating, brushing, and flossing. The patient changes the aligners every two weeks to keep the progression on its path and move the teeth to the desired position!⁠

12 Tips Everyone with Invisalign Needs to Know:

• Wear your Invisalign aligners at least 22 hours per day. It is a must. Take them out only to eat, drink and clean them. They only work if you wear them.
• Change trays on time as prescribed by your dentist. Trays should be replaced regularly.
• The previous tray should always be available if you accidentally lose your existing aligners before obtaining the next scene.
• Practice excellent oral hygiene and stay up with your routine to keep your aligners free from hazardous microorganisms.
• Keep your aligners always clean with ever-smiling white foam. It is a hydrogen peroxide-based solution that makes cleaning aligners convenient.
• Avoid cleaning your aligners with toothpaste and mouthwash because abrasive particles in toothpaste may scratch thermoplastics.
• Do not eat or drink any meal while wearing aligners. It helps to avoid bacterial accumulation on your aligners and to prevent bad breath.
• Rinse your mouth out often. The best way to keep your aligners clean is to rinse them whenever you remove them.
• When not in use, store your aligners safely and protect them from getting dirty or damaged.
• Protect your mouth and limit Invisalign pain. Sometimes Invisalign aligners can have sharp edges or rough areas of plastic. If you experience discomfort, try to apply a small amount of wax to the problem areas.
• Use AlignerFresh from EverSmile for on-the-go cleaning. This product is safe and portable to take on the go and very easy to use.
• Wear your retainer when finishing the Invisalign treatment. Retainers will help to keep your teeth in place. Otherwise, your teeth could shift back to their previous position.

If you have questions about Invisalign aligners, please call our office at (203) 945-0068 or contact us online. We will be pleased to speak with you about your Invisalign treatment options.
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