“Does Invisalign make your teeth yellow?”
I have had Invisalign for 2 months now and my teeth don't look as white. Does Invisalign make your teeth yellow?
6 Answers
No, not brushing and rinsing, especially after drinking coffee, will cause the color of the teeth to change because the coffee or food is sitting in the aligner against your teeth.
Dr. Barry Cunha
Dentist
No, but it may be that you have not been able to keep up with hygiene as you should. A thorough cleaning at your dentist and/or bleaching to supplement should correct this
The Invisalign doesn’t make your teeth yellow but you may want to pay more attention to your hygiene: brush your teeth more and use baking soda toothpaste.
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It's very possible due to the trays/treatment. If worn properly, it will attract more bacteria and food. As in regular braces, you will need to clean and floss more frequently to prevent staining. I'd advise getting a good electric toothbrush and make sure you see your hygienist for regular cleanings. If stain is still present after Invisalign, teeth whitening is a great option.
Invisalign, itself does not make your teeth yellow. If your teeth are appearing yellowish you may need to brush an extra time during the day. While the aligners are in place, your saliva isn't flowing as easily around your teeth, flushing away plaque and biofilm. So be sure to brush properly, perhaps with a whitening toothpaste, at least twice and perhaps three times a day- gently.
It can cause increased staining of the teeth. I would recommend brushing with a whitening toothpaste during treatment. You can also discuss with your dentist using a whitening gel inside the aligners during treatment.
