Invisalign - Take Care of Your Braces

Invisalign braces can straighten your teeth while being almost invisible. The braces are clear, so it is difficult to see them when they are worn. People can wear these braces everyday and take them off during sports or while playing athletics. These braces are great for people who have active lifestyles. They should, however, wear the braces the specific amount of time that is recommended by dentists. People have to wear their braces a specific number of hours every day. Because the braces can be removed, it may be easier to skip wearing them. Of course, patients who do not wear them as recommended will not see results as soon as patients who do wear the braces regularly. The braces are designed to fit the individual's mouth.

Your dentist can inform you of the length of time that you should wear the Invisalign braces over the period of several months. As you move from phase to phase in wearing the braces, your dentist will exchange the each set of braces for a new set. Each new set will correct your teeth. The dentist will talk to you about means to care for your braces.

It is important to clean the braces regularly so that they do not become cloudy and caked with gunk. Since the braces are clear, you need to keep them as clear as possible so that they will continue to be invisible. You will be requested to buy tablets and a dental tray to clean your Invisalign braces. Although some people experiment with other products, such as denture cleaners, it is important to listen to your dentist's advice because some products may scratch the braces or cause them not to be thoroughly cleaned. 

Although you usually replace your braces every two weeks with a new clean, pair, you may be asked to wear your last pair for an extended amount of time. This is because your doctor may request that you wear this last pair as a retainer. If you keep this set clean, you will have no problem wearing the braces over night as a retainer.

It is often suggested that you rinse and clean the braces whenever you take them out of your mouth, and you will remove them whenever you eat. You may wish to bring supplies with you to clean your teeth while you are at work or are on the road. You should also clean the cases that hold your braces regularly, and remember to wash your hands when you put them in and remove them for your mouth. 

If you wait until your braces smell and have an order, they have no doubt have had bacteria built up on them. Make sure that you continue to have supplies for your braces on hand. Keep extra supplies for unexpected delays and make sure that you have fresh supplies available during natural disasters. You can order new cases online, but your current cases will last longer if you keep them clean. Your braces will also feel cleaner if you clean them whenever you remove them.