{"id":350,"date":"2026-10-10T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-10T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplyortho.com\/blog\/soda-and-invisalign-why-the-two-do-not-mix\/"},"modified":"2026-10-10T07:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-10T07:00:00","slug":"soda-and-invisalign-why-the-two-do-not-mix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.simplyortho.com\/blog\/soda-and-invisalign-why-the-two-do-not-mix\/","title":{"rendered":"Soda & Invisalign: Why the Two Don\u2019t Mix"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Few things are more refreshing than an ice-cold soda, but if you\u2019re in the middle of Invisalign treatment, it\u2019s worth hesitating before you take that first sip! Your clear aligners give you plenty of freedom compared to traditional braces, yet that freedom comes with one important rule: anything other than water means your aligners come out first. Here\u2019s what happens when soda and Invisalign are combined, why it\u2019s not a great idea, and how to keep your treatment on track.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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What Soda Does to Your Teeth (and Invisalign)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign aligners fit snugly over your teeth and are designed to be worn 20 to 22 hours a day. However, because of this, anything you drink while wearing them gets trapped between the plastic and your teeth. This means plain water is the only beverage that\u2019s safe to have with your aligners in. Soda, juice, sports drinks, and coffee all need to wait until your trays are out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, most sodas are acidic and also loaded with sugar. Normally, your saliva helps wash these away, but when you\u2019re wearing aligners, the liquid gets held against your teeth for long periods. This increases your risk of enamel erosion, cavities, and white spots on your teeth, which can remain after your treatment is finished. It\u2019s also worth mentioning that your aligners are meant to be nearly invisible, but dark and brightly colored sodas can leave them looking cloudy or discolored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Enjoy Soda with Invisalign<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t bear the thought of parting with soda completely during your treatment, a few simple habits can reduce the impact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n