Invisalign is an increasingly common orthodontic treatment that can realign your smile without the dietary restrictions or clearly visible metal parts that come with conventional braces. Instead of using metal brackets and wires, Invisalign straightens out a smile by using a sequence of customized clear plastic aligner trays. Each set of trays moves the teeth into slightly better alignment until the treatment is complete. However, it is possible to get cavities while wearing them. Here’s how tooth decay can develop while wearing Invisalign and how to prevent that from happening.
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