Clear aligners are custom orthodontic appliances and work beautifully when these instructions are followed:

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1) Wear your aligners full time – that is 22 hours per day.

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2) Remove your aligners when you are eating and/or drinking. Only water is allowed with your aligners.

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3) Keep your aligners clean by brushing them with a toothbrush before putting them in your mouth.

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4) Keep good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing your teeth regularly.

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5) Do not miss your orthodontic appointments - the frequency of your orthodontic visits is customized for your unique needs.

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6) Accept the aligners as part of your daily routine. The improvement of your bite depends on your compliance.

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Please note that:

It is normal and temporary to have small irritations in the soft tissues (ie. the gums). You could use an emery board to file any sharp aligner edges down.

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It is normal to have a slight lisp at the beginning of treatment. You will get better at speaking with time.

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It is normal to have a lot of saliva initially. Saliva production will go back to normal levels once you get used to the aligners.

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It is normal to feel tightness for a couple days. This will go away with continuous use.