{"id":159,"date":"2024-01-01T19:49:09","date_gmt":"2024-01-01T19:49:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/?p=159"},"modified":"2024-02-27T19:55:06","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T19:55:06","slug":"common-question-is-it-okay-to-drink-coffee-with-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/01\/common-question-is-it-okay-to-drink-coffee-with-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Question: Is It Okay to Drink Coffee with Invisalign?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_457092807-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Clear aligners next to cup of coffee on white background\" class=\"wp-image-160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_457092807-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_457092807-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_457092807-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_457092807-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_457092807-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you have a mildly crooked smile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/invisalign-clear-aligners.html\">Invisalign<\/a> is an excellent alternative to traditional braces. These clear, plastic aligners are customized to fit snuggly over your teeth and gently reposition them over a designated period. Part of the reason they\u2019ve grown so popular over the years is because there aren\u2019t as many dietary concerns as there are with metal brackets on your teeth. That said, many patients wonder if they can have coffee with Invisalign. If you don\u2019t want to live without your daily dose of caffeine, continue reading to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is It Safe to Drink Coffee with Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re an avid coffee drinker, you may be worried that you\u2019ll have to give up your favorite beverage if you get Invisalign. Fortunately, that\u2019s not the case. Typically, your orthodontist will instruct you to remove your aligner trays for meals, which means there aren\u2019t many dietary restrictions. The food you eat can\u2019t impact your Invisalign if you don\u2019t have it in your mouth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Can\u2019t I Drink Coffee While Wearing Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you keep your aligners in your mouth while drinking coffee, you\u2019re at risk of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Developing tooth decay.<\/strong> It\u2019s common to include milk, cream, sugar, and other additives in your coffee. These ingredients can stick to your teeth underneath your aligners, which you wear for 22 hours every day. They\u2019re likely to attract harmful bacteria that contribute to cavities during that time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Acid damage.<\/strong> Coffee itself is highly acidic which wears down your enamel, especially if it\u2019s caught between your teeth and Invisalign all day. This also contributes to cavities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reshaping your aligner trays.<\/strong> Your Invisalign is comprised of a plastic material that\u2019s notorious for warping when exposed to heat. Consuming hot coffee with them in your mouth can mold them so they no longer fit correctly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Staining.<\/strong> Coffee contains tannins that discolor your teeth as well as your clear aligners. They\u2019ll be much more visibly noticeable as a result which defeats the purpose of having \u2018invisible\u2019 orthodontics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Safely Drink Coffee with Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to sacrifice coffee to move forward with this treatment; just be sure to take your aligners out to enjoy it. You don\u2019t want to leave them out of your mouth for too long, though, because it\u2019s essential that you wear them for 22 hours a day. That means you might have to drink your coffee more quickly than you\u2019re used to. Instead of sipping on it slowly all morning, for example, try to finish your cup within 30 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking a few simple precautions, you\u2019ll be able to enjoy your caffeine boost every day while maintaining your orthodontics!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Willow Bend Orthodontics of Plano, patients of all ages benefit from a team of board-certified orthodontists who work together to fix crooked, gapped, or misaligned teeth. They provide a wide array of services, including Invisalign, in a pleasant and stress-free environment. They know that everyone has unique dental needs and provide individualized treatments to address them. If you\u2019d like a consultation, you\u2019re welcome to request an appointment on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowbendbraces.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by calling (972) 732-1400.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have a mildly crooked smile, Invisalign is an excellent alternative to traditional braces. These clear, plastic aligners are customized to fit snuggly over your teeth and gently reposition them over a designated period. 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