BMB Dental Clinic offers Invisalign®,ClearCorrect and many other aligner brands as discreet orthodontic options for our patients. Your dentist recommends cleaning your clear aligners daily to reduce bacteria and plaque buildup. Clear aligners are disposable; most patients change them out every couple of weeks, but they can still become damaged or dirty if not cleaned.
When cleaning your clear aligners, there are some essential things to remember:
- Rinse the aligners with lukewarm water every day, especially before and after wearing them.
- Brush your aligners with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a gentle, clear liquid soap to remove food particles and bacteria. We recommend having a toothbrush for your teeth and a separate toothbrush that you only use for your clear aligners. Also, never use toothpaste or scented soap to clean your aligners.
- After brushing your aligners, thoroughly rinse them with lukewarm water.
- When you’re not wearing your clear aligners, store them in a protective case.
Cleaning Accessories for Clear Aligners
There are countless cleaning accessories and products for clear aligners, such as effervescent tablets, brushes and sanitising solutions. For example, Invisalign has a sterilising product called ‘Steraligner’. The ingredients for this product include a natural antiseptic called sodium bicarbonate and rubbing alcohol.
As with many other products, Steraligner instructs users to soak the aligners in this solution for three minutes, rinse them, and brush them using a soft-bristled brush and warm water. Your Mona Vale dentist can recommend clear aligner products and accessories you can use for your home hygiene routine.
Clear Aligners in Mona Vale, NSW
BMB Dental Clinic invites you to arrange a clear aligner consultation with Dr. Babak Moharrami. Dr. Moharrami will present your treatment options and provide guidance on clear aligner care, including sanitation practices.
For high-quality service, visit Mona Vale dental for your consultation today.