The Aligner Accessories Every Clear Aligner Wearer Must Have

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Table of Contents
- What Accessories Can Go Along with Your Aligners?
- Helpful Accessories
- References
What Accessories Can Go Along with Your Aligners?
Of course as an aligner wearer, you need to have the same basic dental tools that everyone needs. A good soft-bristled toothbrush, fluoride toothpaste and dental floss will help you clean your teeth thoroughly whenever you remove the aligners. An oral irrigator can be helpful for cleaning between close-together teeth that you can't floss. And a good mouthwash will keep bad breath at bay.
You will need additional dental accessories for taking care of your aligners. The best ones are a good aligner case, an aligner removal tool, aligner chewies and aligner cleaning spray.
Why Having Aligner Accessories Can Be Helpful
Having the right accessories can make wearing your aligners less of a burden, allowing you to have a more pleasant tooth straightening experience. Accessories can also help keep your teeth in top shape while you wear your aligners, reducing your risk of tooth decay, cavities, and bad breath.
Here's a look at how some specific accessories can help you along your tooth-straightening journey.
Aligner Chewies
Aligner Cases
Aligner Cleaning Spray
References
Clear Aligners in Orthodontic Treatment. (March 2017). Australian Dental Journal.
8 Tools for a Better Smile. (February 2012). Everyday Health
Orthodontics. Mouth Healthy, American Dental Association
9 Things You Should Defnitely Know if You're Considering Invisalign. (November 2015). Women's Health.
Braces vs. Clear Aligners. (January 2019). American Association of Orthodontists.
Invisalign Treatment Planning Guide. Align Technology, Inc.
7 Essential Accessories for Clear Aligners. Aligners Guides.
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