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Transparent alignersare a method used to straighten teeth in orthodontic treatment. These plates are made of a special material that is attached to the teeth and allows the teeth to move. Transparent aligners need to be cleaned and maintained regularly to work effectively. You can check out our article for What you need to know when starting clear aligner treatment.

How Often Should You Clean Clear Plates?

Orthero and Invisalign recommend that clear aligners be cleaned at least twice a day. This process will help prevent the accumulation of food debris, bacteria and tartar on the plaque. In addition, it is necessary to brush the teeth after eating, plaque should be placed on clean teeth.

How Should You Clean Transparent Plaques?

You can use the following methods to clean transparent plaques:

Daily Cleaning: Cleaning the inner and outer parts of the plaque twice a day with the help of a toothbrush. Liquid soap can be used, but toothpaste is not recommended as it causes the plaque to become dull.
Deep Cleaning: Leaving the plaques in the cleaning water created using a cleansing tablet (Corega, Aktident etc.) for 20-30 minutes and then cleaning them in detail with a toothbrush

Products You Can Use to Clean Clear Plaques

There are cleaning tablets and solutions specially produced to clean clear plaques in Orthero and Invisalign treatments. These products allow the plaques to be cleaned and disinfected.

The Importance of Cleaning Transparent Plaques

Cleaning the transparent plaques is very important for the success of orthodontic treatment. Food residues, bacteria and dental plaque may accumulate on plaques that are not cleaned. This may reduce the effectiveness of the plates and prolong the duration of treatment. Additionally, plaques that are not cleaned can cause bad breath. You can find detailed information about Unexpected situations in clear aligner treatment in our article.

Things Not to Do with Transparent Aligners

Do not eat while the transparent aligners are in the mouth
Abrasive cleaning such as bleach, salt spirit, vinegar. Do not use products or hot water
Do not leave the records open, do not wrap them in a napkin, keep them in their box

Frequently Asked Questions About Clear Aligners

Can I use toothpaste to clean my clear aligners?

Toothpaste can scratch the surface of transparent aligners and spoil their appearance. For this reason, using toothpaste to clean clear aligners is not recommended by Orthero and Invisalign.

Can I clean my clear aligners in hot water?

No, clear aligners cannot be cleaned in hot water. Cleaning in hot water may cause the aligners to deform.

Can I wash my transparent aligners in the washing machine?

No, you should not wash your transparent aligners in the washing machine. Washing in the washing machine may cause damage to the records.

Can I keep the transparent records in bleach?

Unfortunately, bleach is a heavy chemical solvent and causes permanent structure deterioration on transparent records.

Conclusion

Transparent records, is an effective method to straighten teeth in wireless orthodontic treatments. These plates need to be cleaned and maintained regularly to work effectively. In this article, we tried to give important information about the cleaning and maintenance of transparent aligners in Invisalign and Orthero treatments.