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How to Care for Your Clear Aligners?

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  Do’s for Clear Aligners You should rinse your aligners before removing them, it will help to remove saliva, food particles, plaque and prevent bacterial colonization. Always handle your aligners with clean hands. Do regular brushing and flossing before you wear the aligner. The better the oral hygiene, the more efficiently your aligners work. Always handle one aligner at a time. Clean it gently with a regular toothpaste using a soft bristle toothbrush.  When you are not using your aligners, Use the aligner carry case provided to you in the kit and store them in a cool, dry, safe place. This will increase the life of your aligners. Don’ts For Clear Aligners! Don’t pinch or touch the aligners without any reason. Doing so will damage the shape of aligners. Don’t eat hot food/drink hot beverages with your Clear aligners on. It will distort and damage your aligner. Do not store them anywhere e.g. on your table or desk, in napkins or in a piece of paper. Never use colored soap to...

Care and Maintenance of Dental Aligners

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Care and Maintenance of Dental Aligners: Clean your Dental Aligners prior to each insertion. You can use soft bristles toothbrush and normal toothpaste. Rinse each aligner thoroughly with water after each cleaning. DO NOT use Dettol or denture cleaners to clean aligners or soak them in mouthwash. It will damage the surface of the aligner and become dull and more visible. DO NOT use Hot water. Proper Oral Hygiene: Remove your aligner for eating and when drinking sugary juices. Brush and floss your teeth after each meal or snack prior to re-inserting your aligners. If you have any questions regarding your hygiene technique, consult with your treating dentist. Regular dental checkups and cleaning are recommended for the health of your teeth. Storing Your Dental Aligners: We recommend that you store aligners in a case provided when not in your mouth. This will help protect them from loss and damage. Always keep the most recently used aligners in a pouch with yourself. If your current align...