Does Invisalign make your teeth yellow?

One of the most common questions people have during their Invisalign treatment is can Invisalign make their teeth yellow? During Invisalign treatment, it is important to take care of your dental hygiene because it can affect your teeth, making them yellow or stained. In addition, if you do not take proper care of your Invisalign tray, it can also turn yellow.

How can you prevent yellow teeth during your Invisalign treatment?

Cavity, stain, or yellow teeth can be a problem during Invisalign treatment. It is not your Invisalign that causes your teeth to turn yellow or cause plaque or tartar buildup. It depends on your oral hygiene, and your teeth look while wearing your Invisalign aligners. Sometimes it can get hard to reach all spots and brush or floss your teeth properly. That is why it is important to take your time and brush your teeth at regular intervals when you are undergoing the teeth straightening process. 

Here are some tips you use to keep your white during your Invisalign treatment:

• Floss or brush your teeth after each meal
• Use tongue cleaner
• Avoid coffee, cold drinks, or dark-colored  foods like berries as they can stain your teeth and aligners
• See your dentist for regular cleanings
• Use teeth whitening gel or toothpaste

How to avoid staining your aligners?

Invisalign aligners can get stained during the teeth straightening process. Using some below-mentioned tips, you can keep your aligners transparent and white as new:

• Avoid smoking while wearing your Invisalign aligners as it can turn them yellow
• Make sure you wash your aligners after having food residue like past, curry, etc., as it can stain them
• Use aligners cleaning tools or rinse them properly after you take your aligners before putting them in

Lastly, if you face any problem with your Invisalign treatment, it is important to consult your dentist for proper treatment.