Can I use whitening mouthwash with Invisalign aligners in place?
Using whitening mouthwash with your aligners in place is not recommended, as it can affect the aligners and the whitening process.
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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.
An underbite is when the lower teeth are in front of the upper teeth when biting.
A filling restores a tooth damaged by decay, while bonding repairs chipped or cracked teeth using a tooth-colored composite resin.
Protective plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth, preventing food and bacteria from getting trapped and causing cavities.
They can result from fluorosis, demineralization (often due to braces), or a developmental condition.
A soft cloth can be used to wipe your aligners clean, but regular brushing with a soft toothbrush and water is more effective for thorough cleaning.
It uses peroxide-based agents to break stains into smaller pieces, making the color less concentrated and teeth brighter.