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It depends what you are currently doing to keep them clean, and where exactly the debris are. You may consider an electric toothbrush (like an Oral B or Sonicare for example). If you have good access to these areas you may consider gently using a toothpick as well to remove any debris. If nothing works I would see your dentist to evaluate the issue. Hope this helps!
If you have exhausted your options at home (brushing, flossing, waterpik), it's best to see your dentist or orthodontist asap. Your doctor may need to remove the attachment to remove the debris, and then place a new one!
Having both gives you flexibility that you don't need to wear your Viveras every single night. But if you're a disciplined person and are certain you'll wear your retainers every night of the week, that's an option too. Certain types of tooth movements are more prone to relapse - talk...
It would appear that you will benefit greatly from invisalign treatment. You can look at fees in your area and decide if you want to pursue other providers. Anyone with experience in Invisalign should be able to give you great results. Good Luck!
You’ll just have to find a dentist or orthodontist that understands your goal. You seem to have an overbite originally, that’s why your first orthodontist pulled your top front teeth inward to meet your bottom front teeth. It is critical that you explain your goals and wishes with your next ort...
Any non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) will decrease the inflammatory response that occurs with tooth movement. NSAIDs block prostaglandin synthesis and result in slower tooth movement. Prostaglandins have been found to play a direct role in bone resorption. Since the bone...
HI, thanks for sending your question. You will find that after Invisalign your teeth are much easier to maintain and keep clean and that your issues with the build up on your teeth can get reduced greatly. If the need of any gum grafting existed before the treatment, it should then be addressed...
Yes, you can gargle warm salt water with your Invisalign trays/aligners in. These aligners are made with extremely durable material. Hope you’re getting better with whatever reason you’re gargling with warm salt water.
