Halloween Can Be Dangerous Even for Invisalign Patients!
By: Stephen Price DDS | Sunday, October 15th, 2017 | Invisalign
Sunday, October 15th, 2017
We are entering into an exciting time of year. The kids have settled into the routine of a new school year, and are now eagerly looking forward to the upcoming special occasions; the first of which is Halloween. This fun-filled day cannot be classified as a holiday, but, for some people, it is the day they most look forward to throughout the year. The pumpkin-carving and decorating that take place before Halloween pale in comparison to the day on which the Big Party can be had. Even if a Halloween bash is not in your plans, there are a few important things you need to know about this day of the year and how it can be dangerous for patients with Invisalign.
One of the primary reasons that patients choose Invisalign aligner system to correct mild to moderate misalignment is because this method of straightening teeth does not require a full, non-negotiable, 24/7 commitment. Teens and adults who wear braces may feel they are missing out around the holidays. No hard or sticky candies. No gooey caramel apples. No popcorn balls. To be an Invisalign patient at this time of year may feel like a windfall of good fortune. At the same time, lack of awareness could lead to unexpected – and unpleasant – problems.
How Invisalign Could Get Scary Around Halloween
- A beneficial aspect of Invisalign, the fact that aligners can be removed, can also be one of the greatest challenges of this treatment protocol. Any busy time of year, even a single day for a Halloween feast, brings with it the risk of losing an aligner. If during a night of gathering candy, a patient wants to leave aligners out, it is necessary to find a safe and consistent location where they will not accidentally be thrown away.
- Not having braces to brush around or potentially break is a good thing, especially with so many mini-treats to enjoy! However, the extra indulgence in candy around this time of year must be met with an increased awareness of oral hygiene. Teeth must be brushed after consuming sugary treats, and they must be flossed. Aligners also need a good rinse before they go back into the mouth. Forgetting, even a few times, could lead to decay that could have been avoided.
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