Candid Pro Clear Aligners give you a way to straighten your smile even without metal brackets and wires. Throughout the treatment, you’re likely to want to focus on making sure everything goes as planned by wearing your aligners for the required amount of time each day. However, you should also make sure that you’re still properly protecting your teeth from cavities. Here’s why tooth decay is still a major concern during the Candid Pro Clear Aligners process and how you can avoid it.
Why Are Cavities Still a Problem While Using Candid Pro Clear Aligners?
Candid Pro Clear Aligners remain on your teeth for most of the day. However, you must remove them during meals or snacks; otherwise, they could become damaged or discolored. Consequently, food particles and bacteria will still have the opportunity to build up on your teeth, which can easily lead to cavities.
Furthermore, failing to practice proper oral hygiene throughout the Candid Pro Clear Aligners process could increase your risk for tooth decay. If you don’t properly clean your teeth or your aligners, food particles and bacteria could become trapped between the two.
How Can You Prevent Cavities While Using Candid Pro Clear Aligners?
Luckily, tooth decay is a preventable oral health issue. As long as you’re taking the right precautions, you can significantly reduce your risk for cavities during your Candid Pro Clear Aligners treatment. Here’s a brief overview of the basic steps you should take:
- Brush and Floss Your Teeth After Every Meal: Once you’re done eating, you shouldn’t put your aligners back in right away. Instead, head to the restroom so that you can brush and floss your teeth to remove any food particles that could still be present.
- Keep Your Aligners Clean: Get in the habit of brushing your aligners on a regular basis, and don’t forget to use a cleaning solution to soak them.
- Visit Your Dentist: Keep up with your regular dental checkups and cleanings throughout your treatment. Your dentist can identify any warning signs of decay that you may have overlooked, and they can let you know if there are any improvements you can make to your oral hygiene routine.
You don’t want a cavity to disrupt your journey toward a straighter smile. Throughout your Candid Pro Clear Aligners treatment, make sure that you’re being proactive about taking care of your aligners and keeping your teeth as clean and healthy as possible.
About the Author
Dr. Vincent Lam graduated from Temple University in Philadelphia with his dental degree. He has completed continuing education in a wide range of specialty services, thus expanding the treatments that he’s able to offer at Seahurst Smiles of Burien. He’s able to help his patients straighten their smiles thanks to Candid Pro Clear Aligners. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Lam, visit his website or call (206) 242-4477.