Congratulations on wearing clear aligners! It means you are on your way to having a truly great smile. Just remember that keeping your aligners fresh and clean every day is important to your health. Unclean clear aligners, such as Invisalign® , can accumulate bacteria and put you at risk for bad breath and tooth decay.

Fortunately cleaning them is easy to do. With just a few simple tools. You will need a soft toothbrush and some antibacterial liquid soap or dishwashing detergent. Cradle the aligner in your hand under lukewarm running water and make a lather with just a little bit of soap using the brush gently scrub the device thoroughly. When you are done rinse well. The clean aligners should go immediately back into your mouth or in its case for safekeeping.

Here are some things you should not use to clean your appliance:

  • Toothpaste. It can scratch the plastic allowing more places for bacteria to hide.
  • Hot water. Heat can distort the shape of your device making it unusable.
  • Bleach. It is too harsh and can ruin the appliance by degrading the plastic.

Wearing your aligners as directed and cleaning them properly will help ensure you get that beautiful smile, you’re working so hard for.

If you have any questions on how to go about this make sure to ask at your next appointment.

To learn more about how to clean your clear aligners, contact one of your convenient orthodontist locations in Carson CityDaytonYeringtonMammoth Lakes or Bishop.

5-Star Reviews

Patients come first


Everything was really nice over there. They told me I was probably gonna have two years in my braces. I finished in about a year and a half and everything looks great!!!


Gilbert Mora


Thanks to Dr. Beglin and his awesome staff my daughter Marley has the perfect smile! Nothing but a great experience during every office visit. I highly recommend Dr. Beglin’s office if you or your child need braces and want an easy, comfortable experience!


Ashley Paco


10 out of 10 great journey all together. My teeth are straight and it was quick and easy too. The employees are all nice and a little sarcastic but always fun to be around.


_Engelas _


Staff is friendly and office is efficient. Dr Beglin took care of both of our kids, and we are very happy with his care and expertise.


Mary Bassler


Beglin Orthodontics teamed up with Dr. Carkeet to help me with adult restoration treatment. I felt well cared for through the process and his team was always professional and easy to work with. I'm quite happy with the results.


Kris Passie


Dr. Beglin and the staff are amazing ! All very nice and respectful. They were always very patient and gave me all the information about my teeth. I love my smile now ! I would recommend 100%


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