How to Avoid Invisalign Bad Breath
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Wearing Invisalign is a game changer for your smile, but let’s be real, dealing with bad breath while wearing aligners? Not so fun. If you’ve ever taken your trays out and noticed a less than fresh scent, you’re not alone. But don’t worry, it’s totally preventable! Here are four common mistakes that could be causing Invisalign bad breath, and how to fix them.
1. Eating or Drinking with Your Aligners In 🍔🚫
Your aligners are designed to fit snugly over your teeth, which means anything you eat or drink (except water) gets trapped underneath them. That’s basically an all you can eat buffet for bacteria, and you already know what that leads to… yep, bad breath.
Fix it: Always take your aligners out before meals, and stick to water if you need a drink while they’re in. Anything sugary or acidic can turn your trays into a bacteria playground.
2. Skipping the Post Meal Brush
If you’re popping your aligners back in without brushing first, you’re trapping all that food residue against your teeth. Over time, that build up leads to plaque, bad breath, and even cavities.
Fix it: Keep a travel toothbrush with you and get into the habit of brushing after every meal. No toothbrush? At least rinse your mouth and aligners with water until you can properly clean them.
3. Not Cleaning Your Aligners Properly 🦷
Rinsing your aligners with water isn’t enough to keep them fresh. Over time, plaque, bacteria, and even saliva residue build up, which can make your aligners (and your breath) smell funky.
Fix it: Give your trays a deep clean at least once a week. You can soak them in a denture cleaner, Invisalign cleaning crystals, or even a vinegar and water mix. Whatever you do, skip the toothpaste, it’s too abrasive and can scratch your aligners.
4. Dry Mouth is Making It Worse 💨
Invisalign can cause mild dry mouth, especially in the beginning. And when your mouth isn’t producing enough saliva, bacteria thrive, leading to bad breath and discomfort.
Fix it: Drink lots of water throughout the day to keep your mouth hydrated. And if you need an extra boost, StarMintz™ are a game changer, they freshen breath, fight dry mouth, and help your aligners seat properly.
How to Keep Your Breath Fresh with Invisalign
Bad breath doesn’t have to be part of your aligner journey. Here’s a quick Invisalign freshness checklist to keep things smelling good:
✅ Take aligners out before eating or drinking (unless it’s water)
✅ Brush your teeth and rinse aligners after every meal
✅ Deep clean your aligners once a week
✅ Stay hydrated to prevent dry mouth
✅ Keep StarMintz™ handy for a fresh breath boost
A little extra care goes a long way in keeping your breath fresh and your smile on point! Ready to level up your aligner game? Check out StarMintz™, the ultimate aligner-friendly mint designed to keep your breath fresh and your trays comfy.
Brandon Bloice
Brandon is the Co Founder of StarMintz and has personally experienced the challenges of wearing Invisalign. He hopes to provide valuable advice and innovative solutions to improve your aligner experience.
