I was told not to use toothpaste when cleaning my aligners because it can scratch or damage them. I've been watching a lot of Invisalign videos and have heard so many different things about this

@MayraDairyFree

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I also saw this when doing my research and in most cases it said to rub antibacterial soap and then brush. I personally was not very comfortable with that because of all the chemicals. I asked my dentist and he said it was fine as I was switching my trays every week. He also gave me some cleaning crystals that you add in water and through your trays in but again, too many chemicals and honestly, they made my trays smell like trash. I use non-fluoride, chemical free and vegan toothpaste and found that to work best for me. Everyone really has their own preference and I just wanted mine to be clean, non-stinky and chemical free.

@xxmakeuplover05xx

5 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree Okay thanks! I've just heard so many different things after watching so many Invisalign videos so it's confusing

@MayraDairyFree

5 жыл бұрын

Vina I felt the same way when I started my treatment. I should have mentioned that a little more in this video. Thanks for the question though, hopefully others see it on here.

@wtvrdude

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree thanks I just got invisalign and I'm so confused everytime I google I get different answers so thanks for clarifying

I’m so glad I came across your channel! I’m starting Invisalign next month and these videos are sooo good!

@MayraDairyFree

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!! All the best on your treatment and hope it's not too long!

I got my first tray of 27 last week. You were very informative. Thank you!

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching. I'm glad this series helped you out and hope you're almost at the end of your journey 💚

For anyone who is interested in getting Invisalign, fyi you cannot be lazy with the maintenance and hygiene on these trays, she is not kidding when she said brush after eating anything, these trays will breed bacteria if you are lazy with the hygiene.

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's pretty disgusting.

@Mickieshelton

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree lol

Thank you so much for making this video it really helped me!! I only have 13 trays so I’ll be done in 6 months 🤙🏽

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Hope it goes by fast!

@Sawol_ss

3 жыл бұрын

I’m doing the 6 month also but for now 5 trays before a follow up with my orthodontist 🦷 but after 6 months you have retainers but at least those are at night only

Helpful video! Watching this after I bought a soft toothbrush for my retainer because I thought my electric one would be too abrasive😅. I started my treatment Wednesday and didn't want to use the cleaning crystals yet and I've only rinsed them until tonight. The brushing technique you showed is what I'll do moving forward 🙂

Yep, literally just had the same issue with the tumeric 😂 4 days into my treatment. Hence looking up this video. You live and you learn

@myra How many times you brush your teeth in a day? I take them off atleast 4 times to eat and my dentist has told me to only brush twice a day and rest of the time just rinse with water

If your switching retainer trays, then using toothpaste is not an issue. But if you are not and use the same retainer then I would recommend to clean it with non alcoholic mouthwash, Make sure there's no alcohol so it doesn't wear the braces down. There might be some slight discoloration but that's just what happens when you use toothpaste or mouthwash. If you really want to keep your retainers in spotless Condiction, I use retainer bright tablets, use them once or 2 times a week then you should be fine, but in the meantime brush them with a toothbrush under lukewarm water Hope this helped😁

How do you brush your teeth with makeup on? I just got mine two days ago and haven’t worn make up yet 😔

Thank you so much! 💪🏽

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!!

@AgentRain19

3 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree you just received a new subscriber 🤓

I know im late but i already brushed my teeth 2 times and i have some little like string of food in my invisalign attachments but it wont come off i tried flossing but the thing is the food string are on the side of the attachment thing

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

Oh that sucks. I'd wait till your next appointment and have the dentist do it. Messing around with it my actually remove your attachment so careful.

How do you clean the attachments my teeth are whiter than them and I want to know how I can clean them to match my teeth

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

I brushed mine like I was brushing my teeth. I didn't like the cleaning crystals it came with because they stink!! As clean as I kept my trays and teeth after eating, they still changed colour but went back to normal after treatment was done.

I've just started(right yesterday) my '4-months Invisalign' and i actually see some tiny bubbles in between the tooth and the 'plastic' of the braces...can anyone relate to that? I actually think these tiny bubbles come from the water that i use for cleaning my braces and that's why i was wondering...should i somehow 'dry' the braces, once i've washed it?

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

It's your saliva.

The visualization with the bugs really freaked me out 😳

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

LOL!! I visualize everything too.

I get my treys tomorrow! Super excited and nervous

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!!!

Im i supposed to clean the aligners every time after i eat?

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely.

I only need 6 trays; I’m on #2 and having trouble keeping them clean.

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, that's a really fast treatment. Minimal adjustment I guess, lucky! I know, it's a pain and they never really feel fully clean but you have to try and do the best you can.

How long do you wait after a meal to brush/floss. I have heard it's not good to brush right after eating, especially if the food is acidic.

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

I brushed as soon as I was done eating when going through Invisalign as I had to pop them right back in. On my sloppy days when I couldn't stop snacking, I'd take my time but every day was different. Especially after about the 14th tray lol

@supra2k8

4 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree Thanks for the reply, my 1st day of 33+refinements, was told approx 2 years. Had 2.5 meals in about 1.45 hours...this is hard lol

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

It's hard because it's a different routine but you'll get into it. Just stay committed!

@supra2k8

4 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree That's true and I will, thanks for the support!

@2jzandys444

3 жыл бұрын

You should wait 10 mins after eating to brush. That helps saliva get through your teeth. Nice profile pic! 😉

I’m only doing 19 trays but I don’t know which toothbrush or toothpaste to get, I just get a random one from the store 😔 any tips?

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

That's fine. I used a regular toothbrush and paste as well. Good luck and stay consistent so you don't have to add more trays!

Did you have the little things put in your teeth to accelerate the treatment ? If did you keep them until the last aligners ?

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

I did and I believe all Invisalign treatments do. The more shifting you need, the more your dentist will attach on your teeth. Once the treatment is done, your dentist will take them all off (best feeling ever) and then you get your lingual wire of trays to wear at night (whatever they recommend).

@1996599

3 жыл бұрын

Yes...i do have them too ✌🏼

I’m getting mine in 2 weeks ! Is it hard to take them off with acrylics ? You know how you’re only supposed to drink water with them well can I drink clear liquor with them in ? ☠️

@MayraDairyFree

5 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you can take it off with them. I was never able to drink anything besides water with the trays on just because everything sits on your teeth like soaking in there. I tried a couple times with beer but it would drive me nuts. I guess it just depends on the person but be careful because it's easy to get cavities with those trays. Everything is just locked in there, you know..

@mariahreid2503

3 жыл бұрын

Actually my doctor told me to keep them on even when I eat lol

I just finished my 10th week with Invisalign and I brush them and use cleaning crystals but it stills smells awful no matter what I do.

@MayraDairyFree

2 жыл бұрын

I used those crystals maybe two times and couldn't do it. This was the best way for me.

I just started the Invisalign process and I’m only in week 3 right now and I hate it.. 16 months is soooo long...

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

It gets easier, I promise! Just don't slack like I did and you'll be done right on time!

@bedouinknight9437

4 жыл бұрын

Im 2 month in i get so used it I forgot i even have them in

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

Nice! How long do you have to go?

@bedouinknight9437

4 жыл бұрын

Mayra Gianira hopefully only 10 months

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

The Great Arabian Knight that’s not too bad. All the best!

Have you tried Eversmile WhiteFoam? Cleans aligners and gradually whitens teeth!

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

I only heard about it this week actually.

I just started yesterday and got 6 trays before a follow up with my orthodontist. So I was wondering how to use the crystals to clean them lol I brush my teeth right after I eat them mouth wash then floss then put it on

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

I personally didn't like the crystals. I thought they smelled super gross and has too many chemicals.

@Sawol_ss

3 жыл бұрын

Mayra Gianira my orthodontist also told me to just brush my trays with the my tooth brush and toothpaste

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sawol_ss good ortho!

@Sawol_ss

3 жыл бұрын

Mayra Gianira did you have a problem where it hurts your cheeks? Like my left cheek is sore

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sawol_ss no. Some trays are perfectly made and others just shredded my gums but it all heals.

are they obvious tho can people tell you have them on or do they look bad

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

Not unless people are close to you. I think the attachments are more visible than anything but they'd have to really be looking for it.

How long does each tray last for ?

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

Depends on your treatment. Everyones is different.

@justadreamerforgood69

4 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree How much did each of the trays you're using last for?

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

JustAdreamer Forgood 1 week. I had minor adjustments.

@Mickieshelton

2 жыл бұрын

2 weeks

can you show your teeth up close and show your back teeth and show how you put your trays in and out please?

@MayraDairyFree

5 жыл бұрын

Heyyyy!! I have a place list of my Invisalign series where I show more/different types of videos. This one is strictly on how I keep my trays clean. Thanks so much for watching!

Can you clean them with soap?

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't only because toothpaste is better at getting rid of that buildup and grime our teeth typically get throughout the day.

@AdamTaghavi1

3 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree thanks

Wait I thought that you weren’t supposed to put them in without brushing your teeth..? People just put them in after eating? Just like that?

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

You should ALWAYS brush before putting them in. I work at a dental office and you see some pretty nasty things.

You didn't cover anything...Still don't get it. I got my invisaligns yesterday and need to know how to clean them

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry you didn't find what you were looking for. This is what worked best for me.

You didn't remove wisdom teeth before Invisalign treatment?

@kingsaera

2 жыл бұрын

depending on what ur ortho/dentist recommends, not everyone needs to take them off. mines is still in the midst of growing and heading towards a painless full growth so i was still able to get invisalign

Did you actually drink liquids with your Invisalign? I feel like I’ll get my dirty drinking as much chocolate milk as I drink lol

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

Only water with trays on. Never drink anything else with them on as it will create cavities, staining and possible infections.

@HockeyBeast81

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree water with a straw? Or just regularly?

@aaronhenny

Жыл бұрын

@@HockeyBeast81 regulae

I was told not to clean them with toothpaste

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

I found it worked better for me than the crystal solution made for the trays. It was too chemically..

@harley3641

3 жыл бұрын

@@MayraDairyFree interesting ! My moms been using baby bottle steriliser liquid for hers

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

@@harley3641 ohhh, that’s a good one! Didn’t even think of that but it makes sense.

Idk how anyone can just leave food in their teeth and pop them in🤢 atleast rinse your teeth is you dont have a brush

@MayraDairyFree

3 жыл бұрын

For real!!!! You'd be surprised how many patients come in and you can actually see it, like wow!!!!! lol

@Sawol_ss

3 жыл бұрын

They’re just lazy and don’t think through smh 🤦🏻‍♀️ I get soo paranoid even after brushing and flossing

"build up of calculus"lmaoooo im so weak, she really said CALCULUS 2:36

@MayraDairyFree

4 жыл бұрын

Yup, that means tarter in the dental field. Maybe I should have explained it for those that aren't in the field.

@camilsims8246

3 жыл бұрын

Yes calculus is harden plaque

@denverbroncos4

3 жыл бұрын

@@camilsims8246 sure it is lmao ..

@thebowlzack

3 жыл бұрын

@@denverbroncos4 I initially thought she meant calcification, but to my surprise there is actually a word called calculus that has to do with hardened tartar. I had my oven fired up and ready to roast too, but I decided to look it up first.