{"id":150,"date":"2023-02-12T19:36:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-12T19:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/?p=150"},"modified":"2023-03-12T19:39:08","modified_gmt":"2023-03-12T19:39:08","slug":"why-are-my-aligners-yellow-and-how-can-i-fix-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/2023\/02\/12\/why-are-my-aligners-yellow-and-how-can-i-fix-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Causes and Solutions for Yellow Invisalign Aligners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/invisalign.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-151 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/embarrassed-300x206.jpg\" alt=\"Young woman covering her mouth with hand\" width=\"300\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/embarrassed-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/embarrassed-1024x702.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/embarrassed-768x527.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/embarrassed.jpg 1471w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Invisalign<\/a> is the preferred orthodontic treatment for teens and adults because it is virtually undetectable. You don\u2019t have to worry about any attention being drawn to your teeth by brackets and wires. Instead, clear aligners are worn over your teeth. The aligners will stay transparent, but only if you care for them correctly. Simple mistakes can make them turn yellow. Here are 5 reasons aligners discolor and what you can do to stop it.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Wearing Your Aligners When Eating or Drinking&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your aligners are durable, but they aren\u2019t indestructible, which is one reason your orthodontist instructs you to remove them when having anything to eat or drink except water. If you take a sip of coffee throughout the day or eat a quick snack without removing them, you can stain your aligners.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pigments from foods and drinks can discolor your aligners. Whether it&#8217;s one sip or one bite, always take your aligners out when eating or drinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Not Cleaning Your Aligners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Plaque and bacteria can accumulate on your aligners throughout the day. Keeping your aligners clean is important for maintaining their transparency. It also keeps your teeth and gums healthy by removing bacteria that can get trapped between your aligners and enamel. Combating bacteria will also prevent unwanted odors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s best to use a soft-bristled toothbrush and clear hand soap or dishwashing liquid to clean your aligners at least twice daily. Rinse your aligners after you remove them and before putting them back in your mouth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Not Brushing or Flossing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides keeping your aligners clean, brushing and flossing help preserve your aligners\u2019 discreteness. Not only should you brush and floss in the morning and at night, brushing after every meal will safeguard your aligners and keep your smile healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Smoking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Smoking and tobacco can stain your aligners and natural teeth. It\u2019s best to kick the habit to protect your investment. You will also boost your oral and general health to look and feel your best.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Saliva&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, saliva has a color. It contains small amounts of minerals, proteins, enzymes, and mucus that turns yellow when it dries. Drink plenty of water to keep hydrated, which will prevent your mouth from becoming too dry. Don\u2019t forget to keep your aligners clean to remove dried saliva and plaque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Giving your aligners the attention they deserve will protect their appearance, so you\u2019ll never have to be embarrassed by discoloration. You\u2019ll smile confidently using the clear choice in orthodontics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Justyna Balicka<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/meet-our-orthodontist.html\">Dr. Balicka<\/a> earned her dental degree from the New York University College of Dentistry and has continued her education for 3 years to specialize in orthodontics. She is a proud member of the American Board of Orthodontics. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/practice\/huntington-orthodontics-74599?lock=true&amp;isNewPatient=false&amp;referrerType=widget\">Request an appointment<\/a> through our website or call (631) 759-8834.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Invisalign is the preferred orthodontic treatment for teens and adults because it is virtually undetectable. You don\u2019t have to worry about any attention being drawn to your teeth by brackets and wires. Instead, clear aligners are worn over your teeth. 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