At Home Invisalign Cleaning Tips

If you have chosen the Invisalign treatment as a way to straighten your teeth, you are likely already aware of the amount of money you will be spending. One common concern among patients utilizing this orthodontic treatment is the additional costs surrounding the Invisalign cleaning system. Before you go out and grab yourself a fancy maintenance package, make sure to research the various options available to you regarding less costly and more easily obtained products that can help you keep your aligners sparkling and clean. In this article, we will provide you with a few alternatives to costly cleaning kits.

Step 1 – Research and educate yourself regarding denture cleaning products that people use to soak their dentures. Many of these products have seen favorable reviews from Invisalign patients, cost less, and are more easily obtained that specialized cleaning kits.

Step 2 – Once you’ve purchased your denture cleaner, soak the aligners with one tab of the cleaning during the morning and another during the evening. In most cases, it is recommended that patients allow their aligners to soak for roughly an hour. Try to soak during mealtimes, as you will be taking your aligners out to eat. This way, you will be able to get into a regular routine without disrupting any progress in the treatment.

Step 3 – Be sure to inspect your aligners on a regular basis for signs of etching. Quit using the cleaner if you happen to notice any damage. You can easily check for damage by comparing your current aligners with a new set. During your inspection, you should be able to determine whether any cloudiness or etching is due to the cleaning solution or normal wear and tear.

Step 4 – If you have issues with the denture cleaner, you can try using baking soda as an alternative cleaner for your aligners. This is done by dissolving 1 tablespoon of baking soda into a half cup of water. As with the denture cleaner, you will want to soak your aligners twice a day; once in the morning and again at night. Again, you should try and shoot for mealtimes as a designated soaking period to ensure a routine schedule.

Step 5 – Regardless of which method you choose, an additional step is required after the soaking is finished. With a soft children’s toothbrush, scrub the aligners in order to remove any particles left behind by the cleaner. Once you’ve thoroughly attended to the aligners, run them over a faucet. This will take care of any odd tastes that come along with the cleaner.

Step 6 – If neither of these methods seem to work for you, you should consider switching to a more expensive Invisalign cleaning kit. Though similar to the aforementioned methods, these kits will provide you with a sure fire way to keep your aligners clean and sparkling throughout their time in use. These kits can be obtained through your Invisalign specialist or online, through various retailers. Take the time to discuss your options with the physician in order to find a kit that best suits your needs and budget.