Are you wondering, “Can you drink with Invisalign?” As long as you are of legal age, then yes, you can drink alcohol with Invisalign. First, be sure to take out your aligners. Also, the same applies to other drinks, meals, or snacks.
One of the best parts of Invisalign treatment is the aligners are removable when you eat, drink, or brush. For this reason, you have more freedom to eat your favorite foods throughout Invisalign treatment. For those with braces, it’s necessary to avoid hard, sticky items that can damage the wires and brackets.
On the other hand, Invisalign is more sensitive to heat. If aligners are exposed to hot liquids or environments, they can warp. Thus, you wouldn’t want to drink hot coffee with your aligners in place. Also, one must avoid washing them in hot water or leaving them where they can get hot, such as in a car.
Can You Drink with Invisalign?
Yes, those of legal age may enjoy alcohol with Invisalign, as long as you take out your aligners. Why? Any liquid or food item can become trapped between your teeth and the aligners. Then, it encourages the growth of bacteria which promotes tooth decay.
One exception: When you are drinking cool water, you can leave your aligners in place. If possible, try to choose water that is more alkaline than acidic. However, if you don’t have a choice, it’s best to choose to stay hydrated. Those who drink mostly bottled water may also not benefit from the fluoride found in tap water.
Also, staining beverages like red wine can tint your aligners with an unsightly pink hue. Then, you won’t enjoy the benefit of having a discreet treatment until it’s time to switch to your next set of aligners (Usually after at least a week).
Below, we share a tip about drinking with a straw.
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A Note on Sugary Drinks
In general, it’s always a good idea to limit sugary foods and drinks, which promote tooth decay. Limiting sugar remains a good idea with Invisalign or braces. During this time, it’s particularly important to maintain your oral health. By doing so, you can avoid tooth decay and keep your treatment on schedule.
Here are some sugary drinks to limit with Invisalign or braces:
- Sodas (including diet)
- Flavored water
- Sports drinks
- Fruit drinks
- Energy drinks
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Enjoying Desserts and Treats
For a reward, you may enjoy your favorite desserts. Then afterward, it’s more important to brush and rinse well before putting your aligners back in.
We hope this information on “Can you drink with Invisalign?” is helpful. For any questions, we’re here for you at (718) 676-5000.
Throughout your Invisalign journey, you will have more freedom to eat and drink what you like. Just be sure to remove your aligners first. Then, whenever possible, brush and rinse your teeth before putting the aligners back in place. If no sink is available at the time, try to rinse and then brush when you can.
Get Started with a Free Consultation
Dr. Halabi is a certified Platinum Plus Invisalign provider who has successfully treated all kinds of smiles with aligners.
If you are curious if Invisalign can work for you, your first consultation is free at Halabi Orthodontics. With your free consultation, you receive a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation and a one-to-one meeting with Dr. Halabi. Then, you can find out if treatment can benefit you, learn about affordable financing, and how long treatment may take.
For Invisalign candidates, you can enjoy more convenience and freedom as well as generally fewer appointments. However, you can also enjoy spectacular results and better oral health for a lifetime. Today, more adults are getting started and enjoying the smiles they always wanted.
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