How do I clean my Invisalign aligners?
You can clean your Invisalign aligners by gently brushing them with a soft toothbrush and lukewarm water. Avoid using hot water, as it can distort the aligners.
You can clean your Invisalign aligners by gently brushing them with a soft toothbrush and lukewarm water. Avoid using hot water, as it can distort 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.
It can stain teeth, cause bad breath, and contribute to tooth erosion if consumed in excess, especially with added sugars.
Dental tape with a silicone coating, textured surface, waxed finish, fluoride coating, and floss picks can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Symptoms can include jaw pain, headaches, difficulty chewing, clicking or locking of the jaw joint, and ear pain.
Regular cleaning is preventive, focusing on the tooth’s surface. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) treats gum disease by cleaning below the gumline.
Aging, tobacco use, certain foods/drinks (coffee, tea, red wine), trauma, medications, and genetics can lead to discoloration.
Titanium is biocompatible, allowing it to fuse with bone and serve as a strong root for the replacement tooth.