There is no restriction on a patient’s favourite foods when straightening teeth with clear aligners. Patients may be unfamiliar with why clear aligners are an excellent alternative to traditional metal braces in this regard. These are the questions patients wonder regarding eating that they’ll appreciate you clearing up for them.
Eating With Clear Aligners vs Braces
When it comes to eating with clear aligners versus metal braces, there is no competition. Metal braces are awkward when eating as they gather food and are difficult to clean. Unlike clear aligners which are removable, metal braces stay in place throughout the entire treatment process so there’s no taking them off while eating or brushing your teeth.
On the other hand, clear aligners are removable so don’t gather food. However, as clear aligners restrict teeth’s natural flushing with saliva it is wise to make sure the teeth are cleaned after eating, and the aligners are rinsed with cool water each time they are removed.
There are convenient foam aligner cleansers available that can be carried around to help maintain the cleanliness of aligners. These kill bacteria and keep the aligners clear.
If your patient enjoys drinking coffee with their red wine stew without removing their aligners, there are ultra-sonic cleaning options available like this one from Zima Dental:
Conclusion
Overall, clear aligner treatment provides a standout solution above metal bracers for straightening teeth - but simple things like eating food highlights how clear aligners makes treatment more pleasant for patients.
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