{"id":114,"date":"2025-02-05T22:47:41","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:47:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentistryforlife.com\/blog\/?p=114"},"modified":"2025-02-05T22:50:11","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:50:11","slug":"can-you-get-cavities-with-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentistryforlife.com\/blog\/?p=114","title":{"rendered":"Wondering If You Can Get Cavities During Invisalign Treatment? Here\u2019s the Answer"},"content":{"rendered":"
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While traditional braces are bonded to the front-facing surface of your teeth, clear aligners cover them completely, essentially acting as a clear shield. But does that mean that you can\u2019t get cavities during your Invisalign<\/a> treatment? Keep reading to find out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

So, Can You Get Cavities During Invisalign Treatment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes! After all, your aligners need to be removed before eating or drinking anything (other than water). In other words, your teeth are still exposed to the number one culprit of decay: sugar. Remember, the development of tooth decay will bring your Invisalign treatment to a temporary stop too, so it\u2019s important that you do what you can to protect your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 Habits That Will Help Prevent Cavities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, cavities are largely preventable with the right best practices in place. That includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n