6 Useful Accessories for Your Invisalign Journey

#1 Invisalign case

The Invisalign case is an important accessory for every Invisalign user. It is sleek, compact and is made out of medical-grade plastic which helps to prevent the buildup of odour in the casing.

As you are dealing with clear aligners, it is generally easier to lose sight of them. Having a casing helps you to store your aligners when you are not wearing them and ultimately, reduces the chances of losing your aligners.

Typically, your first Invisalign aligners come with a casing that you will use throughout your journey. However, there are also other colours and designs available for you to purchase, and you can switch around depending on your mood or outfit for the day!

#2 Pultool

A pultool is a plastic tool that helps to remove your aligner easily. If you are wearing your first few Invisalign trays, you may find it a challenge to remove your aligners promptly.

We understand the struggle and therefore, the pultool is a tool you will truly appreciate. Plus, if you have long nails, this can help you to remove your aligners while reducing the risk of breaking your nails, hurting your mouth as well as damaging your aligners. Ultimately, a pultool reduces the stress that may come with removing your aligners; it avoids pain and saves your time too!

Also, if you are looking for other alternatives to remove your aligners, we share 6 other handy tips here.

#3 Chewies

Not to worry, ‘chewies’ are not chewing gum. Instead, they are ‘chewies’ because you would literally need to chew on them to help your aligners seat on your teeth well. Chewies, also known as aligner seaters, are small plastic rolls about the width of a pencil.

All you will need to do is to bite it for about 5 to 10 minutes while shifting it along your teeth to ensure that your Invisalign aligners are snugly fitted. Doing so will help you get your aligners seat well all the time.

#4 Chewie mints

Why not save your time by ensuring that your Invisalign aligners are fitted well while having your breath freshened?

Chewie mints work the same as chewies but with the additional benefit that they are minty edibles that will give you a fresher breath. This is especially useful when you need to wear your aligners once again after a meal or before an important meeting.

#5 Aligner file

Similar to the purpose of a nail file which helps to smoothen rough edges around your nails, an aligner file helps to fix minor sharp spots along your aligners.

There are times when your aligners have a slightly sharp or jagged spot that might cause discomfort and irritation on your gums and cheeks. Using an aligner file can help to smoothen that sharp spot and instantaneously ease any discomfort.

This can also help you to save trips to your dentist for minor aligner adjustments but of course, if you are new to this, it is best to ask your dentist to guide you. You may apply the same method if the same problem occurs in the future.

#6 Aligner Cleaners

Invisalign has cleaning crystals and a cleaning spray that will help you to clean your aligners in a breeze. Cleaning your aligners regularly is crucial to keep bacteria at bay and ultimately, maintain your dental hygiene.

As for the former, cleaning crystals come in individually packed sachets, which make it easy to travel with. All you will need to do is dissolve it as per instructions on the packaging and it cleans your Invisalign aligners in just 15 minutes!

The cleaning spray, on the other hand, is great when you are on the go. All you will need to do is to spray your aligner with the cleaning spray and rinse. It is as easy as spraying your aligner in its casing, rinsing it with water and it is ready to be worn.