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Invisalign<\/a> is a modern orthodontic solution that has made it easier and more comfortable for many people to straighten out their teeth, and it also allows patients to eat or drink anything they like during treatment. However, it is crucial to remove your clear aligners before eating or drinking anything but water, and dark beverages like coffee and red wine can be especially problematic. Here\u2019s a brief guide to enjoying these libations without causing tooth decay or unsightly dental stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Does Invisalign Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign uses a customized sequence of clear aligners to gradually straighten a patient\u2019s teeth into healthier and more visually pleasing positions. The patient must wear each set of aligners for twenty to twenty-two hours each day for about two weeks before switching to the next set in their sequence, and each pair will pick up where the last one left off. These devices are virtually invisible when worn and can usually straighten out mild to moderate misalignments in six to eighteen months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the Problem with Coffee and Red Wine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coffee and red wine can be delightful beverages, but they are both acidic and rich in stain-causing pigments and tannins. Coffee contains caffeine and red wine contains alcohol, and both of these drugs have dehydrating effects that can limit your body\u2019s ability to produce healthy amounts of saliva. This can leave your teeth will less natural protection against decay and discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make matters worse, wearing your Invisalign aligners without brushing your teeth after drinking coffee or red wine can shelter the residue these beverages leave from your mouth\u2019s natural cleaning process. This can allow bacteria to infect your teeth and staining agents to penetrate your enamel while also discoloring your aligners, which will make them conspicuous and unsightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I Enjoy Coffee and Red Wine with Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you can enjoy coffee and red wine during Invisalign treatment, it\u2019s important to make sure you take the proper precautions. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n