Tips for Invisalign Success - By Premier Provider

Invisalign is a wonderful option to straighten teeth when there is a minor misalignment in the dentition. The aligners are chosen over dental braces since they are invisible and can be removed while having food. The Invisalign treatment in Glendale CA allows patients to have their favorite food. Living with aligners requires some extra bit of care. Dr. Edik Haghverdian ensures to explain to patients how to protect their oral health and the Invisalign system. With the Invisalign system, a beautiful smile is months away. The best part is that the process does not intervene in the daily activities of patients.

How to take care of Invisalign aligners?

The aligners are made of clear plastic which is very smooth. Patients can comfortably wear the aligners since they do not cause irritation to cheeks or gums. They should be worn for at least 22 hours a day. Patients can remove the aligners when having food and when cleaning teeth.

Patients should remove the aligner before having anything apart from water. They should clean their teeth after the meal/drink. This helps patients in maintaining good oral hygiene and fresh breath. The aligners can be cleaned with warm water after every meal/drink.

Do's

• The aligners should be cleaned using a toothbrush with soft bristles and toothpaste.
• Using the Invisalign cleaning system is also a recommendable way of cleaning the aligners.
• Invisalign systems can be kept safely in the aligner case when not in use.
• It is important for patients to avoid the following when using Invisalign aligners.

Dont's

• Smoking or consumption of dark-colored fluids with the Invisalign in
• Dropping the aligners
• Cleaning the aligners with a toothbrush which has hard bristles
• Having chewing gums

Our team of dental professionals helps patients in understanding the Invisalign treatment process. Our orthodontic treatment using Invisalign has successfully brought refreshing smiles in many of our patients who live in Glendale CA and other localities nearby.