What Can I Drink With Invisalign: Details About Invisalign

Invisalign is a clear, removable orthodontic appliance that straightens teeth in increments. What can I drink with Invisalign? You need to be careful what you choose because not all beverages are good for your teeth.

What is Invisalign made of?

Invisalign is a system that uses a series of clear, plastic aligners to move teeth into their desired position gradually.  These aligners are made from advanced polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) material that can be worn comfortably and discreetly while you go about your daily life.

Each aligner set is specifically designed for the patient’s mouth and teeth to create the best possible outcome. The Invisalign treatment plan will typically take between 12-18 months before it has been completed, and after this time, patients should have straighter teeth with less crowding!

Which drinks are safe with Invisalign?

You may have heard that drinking certain beverages can affect your teeth and the alignment of your Invisalign. This is true, but there are some drinks that you can enjoy without worrying about damaging your treatment.  With so many products on the market, it’s hard to know which ones are safe for use with Invisalign.

In this blog post, I list 7 drinks that are generally safe to consume while wearing Invisalign:

1. Water,
2. coffee,
3. tea (without milk),
4. hot chocolate,
5. lemonade (preservative-free),
6. sparkling water and
7. carbonated water.

Drinks you should avoid with Invisalign

Regardless of your diet, there are some drinks you should avoid while wearing Invisalign. The following beverages can harm the aligners and teeth:

• Coffee (both caffeinated and decaffeinated)
• Tea (including herbal tea)
• Sports drinks like Gatorade or Powerade
• Hot cocoa made with chocolate syrup

Which type of alcohol is safe to consume while wearing Invisalign?

Alcohols considered “safe” include wine, beer, and hard liquor (vodka, whiskey, and other distilled spirits).

Which type of alcohol should not be consumed?

Alcohols which you should avoid while wearing Invisalign include anything that has carbonation. These drinks can affect how the teeth fit together when they are in your mouth to set up for treatment.

What about coffee or tea with Invisalign?             

It’s best to avoid coffee, tea, and even any type of carbonated beverage such as soda.

Can you drink hot beverages with Invisalign?

You need to let the liquid cool down before drinking it not to burn yourself or damage your braces by applying too much heat.

What is the most difficult thing about wearing Invisalign?

The most challenging aspect for many patients with Invisalign is not drinking a cold glass of lemonade or eating sour candy! The solution may be in choosing one of the following:

• Drink a can of soda with water (not more than four per day)
• Drink caffeine-free herbal tea or decaffeinated coffee.

The only other option is to take out your Invisalign braces and not wear them for three days, then put them back in when you want refreshment!

You can also drink water, caffeine-free herbal tea, or decaffeinated coffee. The only other option is to take out your Invisalign braces and not wear them for three days, then put them back in when you want refreshment!

Can you drink liquids with a straw with Invisalign?

You can drink liquids with a straw. The only caveat is that you should avoid sugary drinks because they are not good for your teeth and cause tooth decay.

Can you kiss with Invisalign?

You can kiss, but it’s not recommended. It is best to avoid kissing or touching your teeth with anyone else because they are likely carrying bacteria that could make you sick.

When it comes to food, we recommend chewing on the opposite side of where your brackets are placed and avoiding sticky sweets like bubble gum and gummy bears.

Should you sleep with your Invisalign?

If you have Invisalign, it’s best to sleep without it in your mouth.

Sleeping with your teeth unaligned can lead to softer and more vulnerable gums that are prone to decay and tooth loss.

What can’t you do with Invisalign?

What you can’t do with Invisalign is drink acidic beverages, such as orange juice or other citrus drinks. Citrus fruits contain a high level of acid that will wear away at the enamel on your teeth and cause increased sensitivity to hot and cold liquids. It’s also important not to consume too much sugar because it will increase bacterial activity.

What can you do with Invisalign?

What you can drink while wearing your aligners are sports drinks, milk, tea, and water. You should also brush and floss regularly to ensure that bacteria or sugars from food are not eroding the enamel on your teeth.

Can you whiten teeth with Invisalign?

Yes, but it’s better if you get a professional opinion before getting started so that they can make sure the product is right for you.

Does Invisalign turn teeth yellow?

Many patients who wear Invisalign wonder if it can turn their teeth yellow. The answer is that teeth may appear more yellow after wearing Invisalign for a few months. This is due to accumulated plaque and debris on the teeth, which cannot be removed by brushing or flossing while in aligners.

The only way to prevent this from happening is with an oral rinse like Listerine® Cool Mint Antiseptic Rinse, which kills the bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease while protecting against cavities and bad breath being alcohol-free so it won’t dry out your mouth.

Does Invisalign change your face?

Invisalign does not change the shape of your face, so it won’t have any effect on how you look! It only changes the position of your teeth. For this treatment to work, you must wear the aligners as instructed.

If you don’t follow instructions or stop wearing them, they will no longer work, and there will be nothing we can do about it.

Does Invisalign make your breath smell?

For many people, the most common side effect of Invisalign treatment is an unpleasant breath odor. The main cause of this side effect is dry mouth and lack of saliva.

A dry mouth can lead to tooth decay, bad breath, and cavities that are more difficult to fight off with a weak immune system from not having enough saliva. There are some things you can do to help reduce your risk for these problems:

• Drink lots of water before meals and snacks during the day
• Keep a bottle or glass of water nearby in case you need it           
• Drink sugarless drinks like fruit juices or diet soda instead of sugared ones          
• Use sugarless gum after every meal or snack to increase saliva production.

Can Invisalign attachments stain your teeth?

One common concern that many patients have is whether or not the Invisalign attachments will stain their teeth.  The short answer is no!

Your mouth’s saliva washes away food particles and bacteria every day, so there won’t be any staining on your tooth surface while wearing Invisalign attachments.

Some people might see some whitening near the gum line after removing the aligner, but this should disappear in about a week without any special treatment required!

Does Invisalign ruin enamel?

The most common concern we hear about Invisalign treatment is that it will damage the enamel of our teeth.  The truth is, there may be some initial softening of tooth enamel during the early stages of treatment which then returns to its original condition once you’re done with your aligners.

This change in tooth hardness can cause a temporary sensitivity and requires extra care when brushing your teeth. However, this does not mean that Invisalign causes irreversible damage to your teeth or gums.

Why do you have so many attachments on your Invisalign?

Many patients are surprised when they see the number of attachments on a set of Invisalign. There are typically between 18 and 30 for each set (or 24 to 36 if you have more than one arch). However, don’t let that scare you! They’re all there for a reason.

The first attachment is what will be wearing down your teeth over time as it’s either tightened or loosened. This allows for the other attachments, such as headgear and trackers, to do their job efficiently.

If any of these attachments break while in use, make sure to contact your doctor right away so they can replace it with a new one right away!

Conclusion

It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle while wearing Invisalign aligners. You can drink anything you want with your orthodontic treatment, but it is best to avoid any drinks that may stain teeth or disrupt the way the aligners fit in your mouth. If you have any queries about what you should and shouldn’t drink during this time, please comment below!