Can I use a soft-bristle toothbrush to clean my tongue with Invisalign aligners in place?
You can use a soft-bristle toothbrush to clean your tongue, but be cautious not to dislodge the aligners.
You can use a soft-bristle toothbrush to clean your tongue, but be cautious not to dislodge the aligners.
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.
For oral function, prevent shifting of adjacent teeth, maintain facial aesthetics, and avoid bone loss. Online Appointment Requests
It’s a device that uses a stream of pulsating water to remove food particles and plaque between teeth and below the gumline. Online Appointment Requests
A dental irrigator can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth. Online Appointment Requests
Porcelain veneers are custom-made to fit comfortably and should not interfere with speaking or pronunciation. Online Appointment Requests
Red or white patches, sores that don’t heal, pain, difficulty swallowing, changes in voice, swollen lymph nodes, or a lump in the mouth or neck. Online Appointment Requests
Dental picks with a silicone tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth. Online Appointment Requests