Can I use a soft-bristle toothbrush to clean my Invisalign aligners?
Yes, a soft-bristle toothbrush is suitable for cleaning your aligners, but be gentle to avoid scratching them.
Dentist
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.
Hold it by the crown, rinse with milk or saline, try to reinsert it, if not possible, keep it moist in milk/saline, and see a dentist ASAP.
While porcelain veneers are generally not reversible, they can be replaced or modified if you’re not satisfied with the results.
They can be impacted, causing pain, or might cause crowding or misalignment of other teeth.
Plaque is a soft, sticky film of bacteria. If not removed, it hardens into tartar, which is much tougher to clean.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to conceal minor discolorations or stains on teeth, creating a more attractive smile.
Gum stimulators with a silicone tip and soft rubber tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.