You can drink water while wearing Invisalign®, since it rinses safely around your teeth. When eating or drinking anything else, however, you should take your aligners out. We also recommend rinsing off both your teeth and aligners when you’re finished, before putting them back in.
Why Only Water Is Safe
Invisalign aligners fit snugly over your teeth, so anything you drink or chew in them gets trapped against your enamel. When this is something sugary or acidic, that means greater cavity risk. Also, beverages like coffee, tea, and red wine can stain the plastic.
A Simple Routine for Mealtimes
In addition to the risks to your enamel, eating with Invisalign aligners can crack or warp them. Take your aligners out before you eat, store them in their case, and brush (or at least rinse) your mouth before putting them back in.
If you have any questions about wear time or removal as you go through your treatment, make a note and bring them up during your next visit with Dr. Saba Heday.
Safe, Effective Invisalign in Scottsdale, AZ
If you’re in Scottsdale and want to learn more about eating and drinking safely without disrupting your Invisalign treatment, contact Dr. Saba Heday and the caring Dynamite Smiles Dentistry team to schedule a consultation and get all the answers you need.