You may feel pretty guilty about the plastic aligners you're using and tossing out every few weeks. Lighten your environmental footprint a bit by investing in biodegradable toothbrushes like these. Sustainable and made of bamboo, you can keep keep one in your purse, another in your gym bag so you can ensure a quick brush, no matter where you are.
Never did I ever use more mouthwash than when I was wearing my Invisalign aligners. However, I was super-selective with any colored rinses since hey, those stain easily. This option — made with sodium bicarbonate and xylitol to balance your mouth's pH — won't leave behind reside. It's free of sulfate, parabens, alcohol and SLS, so you won't have to worry about bad-tasting chemicals, either.
If typical electric brushes are bit too intense for you, consider investing in this best buy from Phillips Sonicare. It's super gentle, yet effective in ridding your mouth of any plaque or build-up. You can choose between a variety of colors — white, silver, navy blue or pink — and you might notice a whiter smile within a week. Since it's got a kinder stroke, you can also use it to clean your aligners in between meals!
One thing they don't tell you about invisible aligners is how much stress your teeth are put under. Not only are they, well, moving, but they also can be painful and uncomfortable at times. And since you're wearing aligners, they also may turn a different color or not be as white as they once were. Enter this patented light-and-heat system that lifts stains and whitens your teeth. You won't have to worry about messy trays or strips, either, since hey, you're already dealing with enough already.
Going on a trip? Or need a reminder to maintain a twice-a-day schedule for brushing? Enter, Twice The Duo, an early bird and night owl toothpaste formula. With a morning and a nigh formula, your teeth get exactly the TLC they need to remain healthy when you're wearing invisible aligners.
