Invisalign® Tips, from Dr. Schwartz

Many people know that Invisalign is a great solution to braces if you don't want to experience the look and feel of traditional metal braces. What few people know, though, is that just like traditional braces, Invisalign requires proper care to work effectively. Good oral hygiene is highly important, even when you are wearing something in your mouth that you can take out to eat with. It's still likely that your aligners can build up plaque if not treated properly. When wearing your Invisalign aligners, Dr. Schwartz wants you to ask yourself the following questions:

1. Am I eating with my aligners on? - These aligners are removable and should be taken out when you eat.
2. Am I drinking anything other than water with my aligners on? - Though it's not a necessity for you to take out your aligners while you drink, think about how sticky a soda is. If you take out your aligners when drinking a soda, you have a better chance of keeping your aligners clean.
3. Am I brushing before putting the trays on? - The aligners have both an inside and outside. Keeping the outside clean is easy. Keeping the inside clean is also easy: just make sure you've brushed your teeth before putting the trays on.

These are all very simple steps, and ultimately, they help to keep you building good oral habits. If you have any questions about Invisalign or your treatment here at Schwartz Orthodontics, give us a call!

A little bit about Schwartz Orthodontics...

Schwartz Orthodontics, serving patients in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia, provides our patients with a comfortable, professional and family-friendly atmosphere. Dr. Schwartz and our dedicated team are the area's leading orthodontic practice, providing a superior patient care experience customized to each individual. With a state-of-the-art and paperless office, we give patients less wait time during office visits, better communication between the practice and patients, and the ability for patients to access records and orthodontic information anytime day or night. Dr. Schwartz and her team are excited about the opportunity to work with you and help you create the beautiful, healthy smile you desire.

If you have any questions about whether you are a candidate for orthodontic treatment with Dr. Schwartz, or if you have questions about your treatment, please give us a call.

Meet Our Orthodontist

Dr. Schwartz, a native of Minnesota, has been serving the Delmarva area since 1997. She began her long-time goal of becoming an orthodontist by earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery with distinction from the University of Minnesota in 1992. She then completed a three-year orthodontic residency program at the University of Tennessee. In 1995, she received a Master of Science in Orthodontics. Dr. Schwartz is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and a certified Invisalign provider.

Dr. Schwartz continues to stay current with the latest advances in orthodontic treatment. Through continuing education courses and memberships in professional organizations, she brings the newest innovations in orthodontic treatment to her patients.