Invisalign is a treatment option for fixing most orthodontic problems like gapped teeth. With Invisalign, you can discreetly transform your smile. Invisalign treatment produces a great result, and it is fast becoming a popular orthodontic solution.
Invisalign is more comfortable than traditional fixed braces, and you can take them out so, your treatment will not restrict your lifestyle. With Invisalign London, you can eat anything you like and even remove your aligners temporarily for significant events.
Invisalign offers several other benefits, but for your treatment to be successful, you have a part to play. These five tips will help you optimise your Invisalign treatment.
• You will always have your toothbrush with you
It would help if you had your travel toothbrush and toothpaste with you always so you can brush your teeth after every meal before you re-insert your toothbrush. If you cannot brush your teeth immediately after a meal, chew some sugar-free gums and ensure that you brush your teeth as soon as you can. Brushing after every meal may be inconvenient, but you will get used to it with time.
If you take care of your teeth properly and brush often, you are less likely to develop cavities which can extend your treatment time. You also get to avoid bad breath during your treatment if you clean your teeth regularly.
• Switch your aligners at night
If you want to switch to a new set of aligners, it is better to do it at night then take ibuprofen to relieve the pain you are likely to feel. You also get to sleep through the worst pain and discomfort that comes with the initial adjustment process.
You may only feel the pain while using the first few aligners, but subsequently, you won’t feel any discomfort.
• Care for your aligners
When you take out your aligners in the morning, put them in a glass of clean water containing dentures cleaning tablet. Doing this will keep your aligners fresh and clean. It also prevents morning bad breath and discolouration.
Using toothpaste to clean your aligners may damage them as toothpaste contain abrasive ingredients that can scratch the aligners and create the opportunity for the build-up of bacteria which may lead to your aligners having an odour and dental issues like gum diseases. If you want to clean your aligners, use a mild soap and lukewarm water.
Have your aligner case with you at all times so that when you take out your aligners, you have where to store them safely. Keeping your aligners in their case also prevents the risk of damage or misplacing them. Getting replacement aligners are usually expensive, and it takes a while, and this may extend your treatment time.
• Watch what you drink
Drink plenty of water during your Invisalign treatment to prevent bad breath and discomfort in your mouth. While your aligners are in your mouth, do not take hot drinks like tea or coffee as this can warp the aligners. Also, avoid beverages that can stain your aligners like red wine.
If you must take alcoholic drinks with your aligners in your mouth, opt for drinks like white wine or vodka that have a clear colour. Do not take sugary beverages because they may cause tooth decay, and they make your teeth look unpleasant. When you remove your aligner to take any drink, ensure that you brush your teeth.
• Wear your retainer
After your treatment with your aligners, you would need to wear retainers to keep your teeth in their new position. You do not want the time and effort you invested in getting your perfect smile to be a waste.
Follow your orthodontist’s instruction on wearing your aligners strictly. Most orthodontists advise their patients to wear their retainer all day for the first few months and subsequently, only at night.
You can contact London Braces today on 020 37457520 to book an appointment with an Invisalign provider for treatment.
