{"id":67,"date":"2022-05-23T14:57:18","date_gmt":"2022-05-23T14:57:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.northboroughdentalassociates.com\/blog\/?p=67"},"modified":"2022-05-23T14:57:20","modified_gmt":"2022-05-23T14:57:20","slug":"guide-to-flossing-with-invisalign-northborough","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northboroughdentalassociates.com\/blog\/2022\/05\/23\/guide-to-flossing-with-invisalign-northborough\/","title":{"rendered":"A Basic Guide to Flossing with Invisalign"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Invisalign treatment comes with a slew of advantages, one of the most outstanding of which is that the aligners are removable. Whether you want to indulge in a favorite treat or go treatment-free for a special photo op, Invisalign is easy to take out of the mouth. Of course, the removability of the aligners is also a big help for keeping your mouth clean and fresh. This blog post discusses just one part of an effective oral hygiene routine \u2014 flossing with Invisalign in Northborough<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Importance of Flossing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flossing is important for everyone, but it is especially so for Invisalign patients. After you eat a meal, your teeth should be clean before your aligners are placed back on your teeth. If any food particles get trapped inside Invisalign, you are more likely to suffer from cavities and bad breath. Your aligners may also become discolored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certainly, brushing after meals removes a large portion of any plaque and food debris that may be in your mouth. However, your brush cannot reach the tight spaces between your teeth, particularly if your teeth are crowded or overlapping. Floss is the best tool for cleaning those hard-to-reach areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Floss with Invisalign<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flossing with Invisalign is similar to flossing without it. You should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n