{"id":235,"date":"2023-09-07T15:15:56","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T15:15:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hartorthosmiles.com\/blog\/?p=235"},"modified":"2023-10-18T15:16:06","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T15:16:06","slug":"causes-of-discolored-trays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hartorthosmiles.com\/blog\/2023\/09\/07\/causes-of-discolored-trays\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Your Aligners Looking More Yellow Than Clear? Read This!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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One of the biggest perks of clear aligner treatment<\/a> is that the trays are clear, making them virtually undetectable. So, what happens if they start to turn yellow? The good news is that you can help prevent this from happening throughout your orthodontic treatment by learning about the causes of discolored trays as well as how to take care of them properly. We\u2019re covering all of this information and more right here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

First, What Causes Clear Aligners to Discolor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Typically, it boils down to not taking care of your trays properly. For example, if you drink coffee, soda, wine, and other dark-colored beverages while your aligners are on (even if it\u2019s through a straw), stubborn stains can quickly surface. The same can happen if you don\u2019t take proactive measures to keep them clean, like rinsing them thoroughly each time you take them out and consistently brushing them after each meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To: Keep Your Clear Aligners Stain-Free<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that there is no time like the present to adopt good habits that will benefit the health of your smile and the appearance of your aligners! Here are a few best practices we recommend implementing into your daily routine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n