Can you eat with Invisalign?

You risk damaging the alignment tool and your oral health if you eat while wearing Invisalign.

Clear aligners were not meant to endure the intense force of chewing food, and as a result, they get cracked or broken. Your treatment may be less effective and take longer if this happens. Furthermore, eating while wearing aligners may cause them to discolor.

Food might become stuck in aligners, which is bad for your oral health.

• Do Proper Flossing and Brushing:To keep your Invisalign aligners safe, keep them in their case whenever you take them out for a meal. Brush and floss your teeth once you’ve finished eating before putting the aligners back in their place.
  

  Any bacteria or food particles that are remaining on or in between teeth will be hugged to tooth enamel, increasing the risk of decay. It simply takes a few minutes to brush and floss your teeth. Your teeth will be cleaner and healthier as a result, and your Invisalign treatment will progress without cavities as intended.

• Don’t give in to the temptation: With Invisalign in place, you’ll be tempted to “just have a bite” or “just have a small sip.” It’s risky to eat or drink with your aligners in your mouth since they can easily be destroyed or discolored by “just one” thing. While it may be inconvenient to constantly place Invisalign in and out of your mouth, negotiating attachments and discomfort, it is vital to do so in order to maintain the aligners’ integrity.

For more guidance and information, please make an appointment with your dentist.