{"id":969,"date":"2019-04-29T00:16:34","date_gmt":"2019-04-29T04:16:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/?p=969"},"modified":"2019-04-29T00:16:36","modified_gmt":"2019-04-29T04:16:36","slug":"teeth-whitening-gel-invisible-trays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/teeth-whitening-gel-invisible-trays\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Facts about Using Teeth Whitening Gel in Invisalign Trays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you have invisible braces and want to whiten your teeth\nduring orthodontic treatment, can you use the aligners? Are they strong enough\nto hold carbamide peroxide bleaching gel?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some dentists and orthodontists recommend using the aligners as whitening trays, but others don\u2019t. Below are some <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"facts to consider before you begin whitening (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/teeth-whitening\/\" target=\"_blank\">facts to consider before you begin whitening<\/a> sessions using trays of any brand*, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Invisalign<\/li><li>ClearCorrect<\/li><li>Smile Direct Club<\/li><li>SmileLove<\/li><li>SnapCorrect<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teeth Whitening Gel Won\u2019t Harm Most Invisible Braces <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Carbamide peroxide won\u2019t harm most invisible aligners or trays, but there are some things to keep in mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery alignright columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"245\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/teeth-whitening-trays-lowell-ma.jpg\" alt=\"Photo of teeth whitening trays in a case, for information on DIY teeth whitening from Lowell, MA dentist Dr. Michael Szarek.\" data-id=\"745\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/safest-cheapest-diy-teeth-whitening\/teeth-whitening-trays-lowell-ma\/\" class=\"wp-image-745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/teeth-whitening-trays-lowell-ma.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/teeth-whitening-trays-lowell-ma-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><figcaption>Teeth whitening trays and orthodontic trays fit differently<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Orthodontic trays have a tighter fit<\/strong> &#8211; Invisalign trays fit      more securely than trays that are normally used for whitening your teeth.      Some people report that the snug fit causes bleaching gel to ooze out.      This can result in wasted gel that irritates your gum tissue. <\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t leave the bleaching gel in too long<\/strong> &#8211; Although you wear      Invisalign for 22 hours each day, the bleaching gel should not remain in      the trays for that long. All-day bleaching will cause significant sensitivity      in your teeth and burn your gums. Also adhere to the designated length of      time to wear the gel-filled trays.<\/li><li><strong>Listen to your dentist<\/strong> \u2013 Each patient\u2019s case is different. Follow      your dentist\u2019s or orthodontist\u2019s instructions on whether or not you should      use the invisible trays to whiten your teeth. <\/li><li><strong>Whitening might be affected by attachments on your teeth<\/strong> &#8211; Sometimes      attachments are bonded to your teeth to increase the contact of the aligners      with your teeth. Some people report that in the areas beneath the      attachments, the bleaching gel was not as effective, and additional      whitening sessions were required after the attachments were removed.      Others say that their teeth still whitened evenly with the attachments. So      keep in mind that results can vary.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rinse Well<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dentist approves using your orthodontic trays for teeth whitening, there are several things to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Teeth whitening gel\n     continues to work until it\u2019s rinsed off. <\/li><li>Thoroughly rinse your teeth\n     and aligners to ensure they are free of the gel. This will prevent\n     over-whitening your teeth and causing sensitivity. <\/li><li>Remember that each sent of\n     aligners is worn for two weeks, so ensure they are clean after every\n     whitening session.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consult with Your\nDentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although aligners for invisible braces can be used for teeth\nwhitening, you should consult with your dentist to determine if it\u2019s right for\nyou. If any restorative work is to be done on your teeth\u2014or if there are\nalready dental restorations on them\u2014you likely want your brightened teeth to\nmatch them. Your dentist will determine the best time to start whitening your\nteeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you received invisible braces like Invisalign or ClearCorrect from your dentist, or if you took the risk of ordering them online from Smile Direct Club, SmileLove, or SnapCorrect*, speak with your dentist about your desire to whiten your teeth. He or she will let you know if bleaching gel will help the stains or make them look worse. Your dentist might recommend that you wait until orthodontic treatment is complete before whitening your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This post is sponsored by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"accredited cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael Szarek in Lowell, MA (opens in a new tab)\">accredited cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael Szarek in Lowell, MA<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*Dr. Szarek does not recommend seeking online orthodontic\ntreatment. There are multiple benefits of in-person treatment and customized care\nfrom a dentist. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have invisible braces and want to whiten your teeth during orthodontic treatment, can you use the aligners? Are they strong enough to hold carbamide peroxide bleaching gel? 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