How to Keep Invisalign from Yellowing
Maintaining the clarity of your Invisalign aligners is crucial for both aesthetic and hygienic reasons. Yellowing aligners can be unsightly and may also indicate the presence of harmful bacteria.
Why Do Invisalign Aligners Turn Yellow?
Food and Drink Stains
Consuming colored foods and drinks like coffee, tea, red wine, and curry can stain your aligners. These substances can leave residues that cause discoloration.
Poor Oral Hygiene
Failing to brush and floss properly can lead to plaque buildup on your teeth and aligners, contributing to yellowing.
Smoking
Tobacco products contain tar and nicotine, which can easily stain both your teeth and your aligners.
Lack of Regular Cleaning
Not cleaning your aligners regularly and effectively can result in the accumulation of bacteria and plaque, leading to discoloration.
Soak in a Persulfate-Free Cleaning Solution
Choose a persulfate-free cleaning solution to soak your aligners. These solutions are effective in breaking down stains and bacteria without the harsh chemicals that can damage the aligners. Dissolve the cleaning tablet in lukewarm water and soak your aligners for just 15 minutes.

Meet Dr. Jessica Cohen
Dr. Jessica Cohen, DMD, MS is a Board-Certified Orthodontist serving the Deerfield area with over a decade of experience. As a devoted mom to three girls — Scarlett, Shiloh, and Schuyler — she knows the value of creating a warm, welcoming environment for patients of all ages. Passionate about crafting confident, healthy smiles, Dr. Cohen blends science and artistry through her background in studying the esthetics of beauty pageant winners. She proudly recommends Weiss Naturals Persulfate-Free Retainer Cleaner tablets by B. WEISS to her patients — and even her own kids use it daily— for its gentle yet effective formula that keeps retainers fresh without harsh chemicals. It’s her trusted solution for safe, everyday care.
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Meet Dr. Jessica Cohen
Dr. Jessica Cohen, DMD, MS is a Board-Certified Orthodontist serving the Deerfield area with over a decade of experience. As a devoted mom to three girls — Scarlett, Shiloh, and Schuyler — she knows the value of creating a warm, welcoming environment for patients of all ages. Passionate about crafting confident, healthy smiles, Dr. Cohen blends science and artistry through her background in studying the esthetics of beauty pageant winners. She proudly recommends Weiss Naturals Persulfate-Free Retainer Cleaner tablets by B. WEISS to her patients — and even her own kids use it daily— for its gentle yet effective formula that keeps retainers fresh without harsh chemicals. It’s her trusted solution for safe, everyday care.