Is Clear Correct the Same as Invisalign Treatment?
The answer is yes and no, While the two are very similar, Invisalign gives you a much larger degree of control over the movement of the teeth than Cl
How Can I Properly Maintain and Clean My Invisalign Aligners?
Just got your first Invisalign aligners? Congrats! You’re on your way to a lifelong, healthy smile. While your licensed Diamond Braces orthodontist will keep your treatment running smoothly, you have an equally important job to do: wearing your aligners 22 hours a day, and cleaning them regularly. Healthy, strong, clean teeth move faster, align better, and avoid complications along the way.
Keep Your Aligners Clean & Fresh for a Lifelong, Healthy Smile!
This video tutorial, by our very own Dr. Ameeta Sachdev, will teach you the basics of Invisalign aligner cleaning and home care!
3 Effective Ways to Clean Your Invisalign Aligners
- Toothbrush and lukewarm water: Just run your aligners under the water and brush them gently on all surfaces with the toothbrush. Note: use a different toothbrush than your personal toothbrush to minimize the spread of bacteria!
- Toothbrush, water, and regular dish soap: Yep, you can clean your aligners with dish soap! You don’t need very much: just squeeze a little onto the toothbrush and brush gently all over the aligner, working up a lather. When you’re done, rinse thoroughly.
- Invisalign cleaning system: the cleaning kit contains a small cleaning tub and Invisalign cleaning crystals, which are specially designed to thoroughly clean Invisalign aligners. Mix the crystals with warm water in the tub, drop your aligners in, and let them sit for 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly afterwards.
When you take your aligners out, make sure to keep them in a clean protective case. You can wash your aligner case in exactly the same methods listed above. And be sure to wash your aligners after every meal to keep your mouth clean, your teeth strong, and your smile healthy!
For more information, check out some of our other videos on caring for your Invisalign clear aligners.
More Invisalign Video FAQs
Invisalign FAQ’s – Real Answers from Real Orthodontists
How Long Until I Receive My Invisalign Aligners?
The process of receiving your Invisalign aligners usually takes around four weeks. It takes such a long time because after the doctor has taken impressions of your teeth, they must send it to the Invisalign lab along with notes about how the treatment should progress.
How do I Know if I Qualify for Invisalign Express?
Invisalign Express is a ten-tray version of the standard Invisalign treatment. However, this is not the recommended route to take unless you have a v
Why is My Lip Swollen from Braces?
Is your lip swollen or irritated from your braces? In this video, Diamond Braces Orthodontist and Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Oleg Drut explains why your lip might be swollen from your braces treatment.
Why Is My Gum Growing Over My Braces?
This is a common question posed by patients during braces treatment. There may be several explanations, but generally, this is due to poor hygiene. In this video, Dr. Drut explains how it could happen that your gums grow over your braces.
Discomfort During Invisalign Therapy: What You Need to Know
Considering Invisalign treatment? You may have some questions! Luckily, Diamond Braces has answers. Here, Diamond Braces dental hygienist Kimberly an
How Long will Invisalign Treatment Refinements Take?
Invisalign treatment refinements take place after the initial treatment plan concludes. They are a sort of tune-up to perfect the teeth because, no matter the doctor’s skill, sometimes there is a small amount of error. Therefore, the amount of time the refinements take is truly dependent on the severity of the case, and what the main treatment was unable to fix.
How Are Invisalign Aligners Made?
After your consultation, the doctor will take digital impressions of your teeth, which will then be sent to the Invisalign lab. Afterward, the doctor
How Effective is Invisalign Treatment?
Invisalign treatment is as effective as the experience of the doctor you decide to visit. Your compliance also has a large influence on the outcome o
How Many Hours Should I Wear Invisalign Aligners?
Invisalign aligners should be worn for about 22 hours a day. The only times that you should not be wearing your aligners are when you are either eati
How do Invisalign Therapy Payments Work?
The price of Invisalign treatment is partially dependent on where you live. For example, if there is a doctor who offers Invisalign treatment in New