Oral Hygiene Tips
A beautiful smile starts with healthy hygiene habits!
We’ve got the dental hygiene tips you need to keep your teeth clean, your gums healthy, and your treatment on track for stunning results.
How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces
Brushing with braces doesn’t have to be hard — it just takes the right technique!
For an easier, more effective clean, we recommend the Oral-B iO™ electric toothbrush. The round brush head design and advanced technology make it easier to navigate around brackets and wires to reach all surfaces of your teeth.
This video walks you through the best way to brush with braces:
How to Clean Invisalign®
Brushing your teeth with Invisalign doesn’t require any changes to your usual routine, but keeping your aligners clean is just as important.
Here are a few quick tips for a fresh, clear smile:
1. Rinse your aligners every time you remove them to avoid dry saliva and plaque buildup.
2. Brush your aligners gently with a soft toothbrush and clear antibacterial soap (abrasive toothpaste can scratch your aligners!)
3. Soak them daily (or every other day) in Invisalign cleaning crystals or a homemade solution of 1 part distilled white vinegar and 3 parts lukewarm water: soak for 20 to 30 minutes, give them a gentle brush after and rinse thoroughly.
4. Never eat or drink (except water) with your aligners in — food and colored beverages can stain or damage them.
5. Never use hot water on your clear aligners! They can melt or become distorted.
If you have any questions about cleaning your teeth, braces, or Invisalign throughout treatment, please reach out to us!
Smile beautifully
And have a good time along the way!
We are your hometown Statesboro orthodontist, providing custom braces and Invisalign® for the whole family. Get started with a complimentary consultation.
