Can I wear Invisalign aligners if I have a removable mouthguard for sports?
Invisalign aligners can often be worn with a removable mouthguard for sports, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized advice.
Invisalign aligners can often be worn with a removable mouthguard for sports, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized advice.
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Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS, is a highly qualified dentist with a long-standing engagement in the field since 1986. She was a recipient of the Dr. Gerald Z Wright Award for graduating first in her class at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario. Additionally, she worked as a clinical instructor for new dentists at the University of Western Ontario’s School of Dentistry and graduated from the Dental School of Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Pan has received recognition for her exceptional work, as she was consecutively awarded the Diamond Winner for the Readers’ Choice of their Favorite Dentist by the Hamilton Spectator in 2014 and 2015, and was nominated for the same title multiple times in 2007, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
It’s advisable to avoid smoking e-cigarettes or vaping with Invisalign aligners, as it can still have negative effects on your oral health.
They can be prescribed for dental infections. However, overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance and might affect oral flora.
Some people may experience increased saliva production initially, but it typically subsides as you get used to wearing the aligners.
Brush after each meal, use a soft-bristled toothbrush, floss daily with a floss threader, and consider using an interdental brush.
They act as a protective shield, covering the chewing surfaces of molars to prevent decay.
It involves early intervention to guide the growth of the jaw and correct bite problems.