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Are your once-clear Invisalign<\/a> trays starting to look yellow? If so, then they certainly won\u2019t be as discreet, and it\u2019s only a matter of time until they start to smell as well. The good news is that there are a few things you can do to help prevent that from happening, starting with learning the common causes of yellow aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Drinking Coffee with Your Invisalign Aligners On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although there aren\u2019t any dietary restrictions with Invisalign, there is one rule: you need to remove your trays before eating or drinking anything other than water. If you start to get in the habit of keeping them on while drinking your morning or afternoon cup of coffee, then yellow or brown stains will quickly develop, bringing unwanted attention to your aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Solution: Take your Invisalign aligners off beforehand and brush your teeth before putting them back on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Not Brushing Your Teeth After Each Meal and Snack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another habit you want to avoid is putting your aligners back on without brushing your teeth. Doing so will trap food particles, plaque, and other debris in place, increasing your risk of tooth decay as well as pigmented stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Solution: Commit to brushing (and flossing!) your teeth consistently. Keeping travel-sized oral hygiene essentials in your purse or in the center console of your car will help make this easier if you work in an office or enjoy going out to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Skipping the Daily Soak<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you are diligent about rinsing and brushing your aligners, it\u2019s possible for debris to get stuck in the nooks and crannies. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important that you get in the habit of soaking your aligners in an orthodontist-recommended cleaner each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Solution: Soak your aligners during one of your meals so they get a deeper clean without cutting into your daily wear time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Leaving Your Invisalign Aligners on the Counter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re enjoying your breakfast in the morning or brushing your teeth at night, you should NOT get in the habit of leaving your aligners on the counter. After all, that\u2019s one of the most common reasons they get thrown away or damaged!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Solution: Place your aligners in their designated case when you aren\u2019t wearing them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Using Harsh Cleaners with Your Invisalign Aligners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In an effort to give your aligners a deeper clean, you might think to use toothpaste, mouthwash, or scented soap. Don\u2019t! These can leave behind a residue, discoloring them quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Solution: Follow your orthodontist\u2019s instructions on when to clean your aligners and which products to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nothing makes our team at Simply Orthodontics Wayland<\/a> happier than seeing our patients smile. That\u2019s why we go the extra mile to make each experience exceptional! If you are interested in learning more about your orthodontic treatment options, including Invisalign, then take the next step: schedule a consultation with us via our website<\/a> or by phone at (508) 358-6300<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Are your once-clear Invisalign trays starting to look yellow? If so, then they certainly won\u2019t be as discreet, and it\u2019s only a matter of time until they start to smell as well. The good news is that there are a few things you can do to help prevent that from happening, starting with learning the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n5 Causes of Yellow Aligners (& What You Can Do About It)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do your Invisalign trays look more yellow than clear? 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