Posts tagged “oral hygiene”

Is It Bad to Wear Aligners at Night?

August 21st, 2014
Q.

Hi. I would really like to have Invisalign treatment, they sound by far the best of all the braces I’ve been reading up on, but I’m worried about wearing them during the night. I’ve heard that wearing aligners when you’re asleep is really bad for your oral health and can cause plaque to build up.I’m hoping it’s just a horror story with no truth in it and obviously I would keep my teeth and aligners clean. But before I go ahead with this I’d just like to double check with an expert like your good selves. 

Dr Darren Cannell & Dr Andy Stafford

Dr Darren Cannell & Dr Andy Stafford

The Cosmetic Dental Clinic
2 Old Eldon square, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE1 7JG
Web: www.thecosmeticdentalclinic.com Tel: 0191 260 3688

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How many times a day should I brush my teeth?

September 26th, 2012
Q.

I know you are supposed to clean your teeth and aligner after each time you eat. But, instead of three meals a day I will usually have five smaller ones. Because of this I have to brush my teeth quite a lot. I have now read that brushing teeth too often can wear away enamel. Should I limit how often I do it? Also, because of the aligners I’ve been brushing my teeth too often and I feel as if my gums are receding they look like they are anyway, how many times a day should I brush my teeth? I feel the aligners make my mouth feel unclean.

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Dr Adam Thorne

Harley Street Dental Studio
52 Harley Street London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981

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Are my bleeding gums caused by Invisalign? My oral health is good. What is the problem?

May 23rd, 2011
Q.

Hello Doctor Kumar,

my Invisalign question is concerned with bleeding gums, which I have been getting quite often after the starting of my invisalign treatment. I am usually very thorough with my cleaning, brushing, flossing and using mouthwash and i also take great care to wash my brace when need be so I don’t think my hygiene is the problem in this case. Could you therefore please suggest any reason for why this would be happening?  have an appointment booked for my dentist but would like a small piece of mind in the meantime.

Thank you for your time and I hope you can assist.

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Dr Raj Kumar

Forma 86
86 Harley Street, London Greater London, W1G 7H
Web: www.forma86.com Tel: 0800 015 0569

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My gums have started bleeding since I have started wearing Invisalign.

May 5th, 2011
Q.

hello,

i have recently started invisalign treatment and am about one month in.
I have always had healthy if not crooked teeth but all of a sudden my gums have started bleeding. Ive always maintained good oral health and keep excellent care of my teeth do you think the pressure of invisalign is to blame?
Is there anything I can do, will I have to stop the treatment?

thanks for your time

Dr Darren Cannell & Dr Andy Stafford

Dr Darren Cannell & Dr Andy Stafford

The Cosmetic Dental Clinic
2 Old Eldon square, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE1 7JG
Web: www.thecosmeticdentalclinic.com Tel: 0191 260 3688

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How long is a retainer expected to last? Does the dentist only give you one?

October 19th, 2010
Q.
How long is a retainer expected to last you? Does the dentist only give you one at the end of your braces treatment? How do I stop my teeth from moving back?,
Dr Viola Vajda

Dr Viola Vajda

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 0161 748 5250

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Does wearing braces lead to more chance of getting cavities?

September 21st, 2010
Q.
Does wearing braces lead to more chance of cavities? Is invisalign just same risk as metal braces?,
Dr Viola Vajda

Dr Viola Vajda

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 0161 748 5250

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I’ve noticed since having the invsalign in my oral health has deteriorated, why is this?

July 29th, 2010
Q.
Hello! I\’ve noticed since having the invsalign in my oral health has deteriorated and i\’ve been brushing my teeth as usual and cleaning the trays etc so I don\’t understand what\’s happening but i\’ve noticed two small holes between the gaps in my front teeth, do you know why this could be happening?,
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Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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Can I have the invisalign treatment after just recovering from gum disease?

May 10th, 2010
Q.
Hello i\’ve previously had gum disease so they\’ve receded quite badly. I am considering orthodontic treatment to fix my crooked top teeth. Would i be eligible after having the gum disease in your opinion? have you treated anyone with invisalign after they\’ve just recovered from gum disease? thank you,
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Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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