Can I use a soft pick or interdental brush to clean between my teeth with Invisalign aligners?
You can use soft picks or interdental brushes to clean between your teeth, but remove the aligners for thorough cleaning.
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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.
A pocket of pus that forms due to a bacterial infection, often causing pain and swelling.
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made of titanium, used to replace missing teeth. A crown is then attached to the implant to replace the visible part of the tooth.
Sugar-free gum can actually be beneficial because it stimulates saliva production, which helps neutralize acids. However, gum with sugar can contribute to cavities.
A filling restores a tooth damaged by decay, while bonding repairs chipped or cracked teeth using a tooth-colored composite resin.
Using a straw for drinking is generally acceptable, but be cautious to avoid dislodging the aligners or causing them to become stained.
You can consume herbal tea with added antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, probiotics, and collagen with electrolytes with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any staining potential and maintain good oral hygiene.