{"id":148,"date":"2023-11-10T23:18:09","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T23:18:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/?p=148"},"modified":"2024-01-17T17:05:19","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T17:05:19","slug":"invisalign-cold-flu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/10\/invisalign-cold-flu\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s How to Keep on Top of Your Invisalign Treatment During Cold and Flu Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_436210137__1695680044_59421.jpg\" alt=\"Lady doesn't feel well\" class=\"wp-image-149\" width=\"318\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_436210137__1695680044_59421.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_436210137__1695680044_59421-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_436210137__1695680044_59421-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 318px) 100vw, 318px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign<\/a> can be an incredible way to straighten out your smile without worrying about dietary restrictions or wearing irremovable and conspicuous metal parts. While this makes it a great option for many orthodontic patients, this treatment still requires significant effort on the part of the patient in order to proceed properly. Here\u2019s how to keep your Invisalign treatment on schedule if you\u2019re feeling under the weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay Hydrated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydration is a key part of oral healthcare because it keeps your body hydrated enough to produce an ample flow of saliva while helping to wash harmful substances away from your teeth. Unfortunately, catching a cold or the flu can give you a nasty case of nasal congestion, causing you to breathe more with your mouth. This has the side effect of evaporating your saliva, drying out your mouth, and leaving your teeth more vulnerable to cavities. Keep drinking water to keep your fluids up if you aren\u2019t feeling well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Being sick may seem like a great excuse to sit around and indulge in comfort foods all day, but doing that can leave your teeth to deal with a wealth of cavity-causing starch and sugar. Tooth decay is especially problematic if you\u2019re undergoing an orthodontic treatment. You\u2019ll also need to keep wearing your aligners for at least twenty hours every day, and you can\u2019t do that if you\u2019re eating all day. While it\u2019s important to consume plenty of nutrients if you\u2019re not feeling well, consuming too much sugary or acidic foods and drinks can cause tooth decay and other oral infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people reach for cough drops when they aren\u2019t feeling well, but these lozenges can be heavy on sugar. Try to find sugar-free cough drops and be sure not to chew on super-hard varieties. Cough syrup is similarly loaded with sugar, so if you take any before bed, be sure to thoroughly rinse out your mouth afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stomach acid is quite harsh on teeth, but brushing your teeth immediately after vomiting can help wear away your enamel. Even though you\u2019ll probably want to brush immediately afterward, it\u2019s best to just rinse your mouth out thoroughly with water and wait a full thirty minutes before brushing to let your teeth recover from the acid exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You still need to keep on top of your Invisalign treatment if you are sick. By keeping these tips in mind, you can help keep your treatment on track so you can enjoy your realigned smile sooner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Alison Fitzgerald earned her dental doctorate at the Creighton School of Dentistry and has attended advanced courses with Partners in Synergy, the Kois Center, Progressive Orthodontics, and the American Orthodontic Society. She has learned a great deal about planning and executing complex cases with a high success rate and a favorable long-term prognosis. Her office in Tucson, AZ offers general, pediatric, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry as well as Invisalign. For more information on keeping your Invisalign treatment on track, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/contact.html\">contact her office online<\/a> or dial <strong>(520) 338-2980<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Invisalign can be an incredible way to straighten out your smile without worrying about dietary restrictions or wearing irremovable and conspicuous metal parts. While this makes it a great option for many orthodontic patients, this treatment still requires significant effort on the part of the patient in order to proceed properly. 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