Have you ever caught yourself clenching your teeth together just as you’re drifting off to sleep, or had a partner complain that they can hear your teeth clattering at night? You could be one of many people that deal with sleep bruxism, which is when you habitually grind your teeth in your sleep.

If you do, you may wonder whether that could impair your ability to get orthodontic treatment, like Invisalign. If you’re curious, here’s what you should know about the relationship between bruxism and clear aligners.

In recent years, clear aligners have become one of the most in-demand orthodontic treatments. They’re capable of correcting mild to moderate misalignment faster, more comfortably, and much more subtly than traditional braces. They’re also removable, meaning that you can take them out before meals to avoid dietary restrictions.

However, that same removability means that taking care of your aligners will be a little different than caring for braces. Here are a few things you can do to keep your clear aligners in the best shape possible.