:Clear liners
Transparent aligners are a type of orthodontic plaque that is prescribed by an orthodontist to correct dental irregularities in children and adults. The aligners are made of a special type of polymer and their use causes a mild force to be applied to the teeth, which leads to the movement of the teeth
:to be Inserting and removing aligner
Please wash it with cool water after opening each new liner package. Note that using hot water can cause the shape of the liner to change
:How to put the aligner in the mouth
To put the aligner in the mouth, first put the front part of the aligner on the teeth and then press the end part completely with your finger so that the aligner sits completely on the teeth. Never bite directly to seat the aligner on the teeth because it can lead to breaking the aligner
Every aligner applies a small amount of force to the teeth during the first few days of use, which causes the teeth to move. After a few days, the liner may loosen a little and this is completely normal
:How to remove the aligner from the teeth
To remove the aligner from the teeth, it is necessary to release the end of the aligner from the inside of the mouth on the palate with the index finger. so that the end of the aligner is completely away from the teeth. Then hold the front part of the aligner with the thumb and forefinger of both hands and pull it down until the aligner comes out of the mouth
It may be a little difficult for you to put in and take out the aligners for the first few days. But after a few days you will be completely proficient in this work. If the aligner does not fit properly on the teeth, please discuss this with your doctor Inform
:Duration of using aligners
Aligners will only be effective if they are used around the clock. We recommend that you wear your aligners for at least 22 hours a day and only remove them for eating and brushing your teeth. Use each tablet for at least 1 week, sometimes up to 10 days, depending on the doctor’s recommendation, and then go to the next number
After the end of the period of using each aligner, go to the next number The number of each aligner is engraved on it. Even if after a few days you feel that the aligner is loose or does not apply force to the teeth, still complete the period of using each aligner
It may be difficult for you to pronounce some letters during the first few days of using the aligners. Rest assured that after a few days the pronunciation of the words will become completely normal. To improve your speech, we recommend that you try to read aloud while the aligner is in your mouth so that the tongue gets used to it sooner
Do not throw away the aligners after one week. If one aligner is broken or lost, use the previous aligner until you go to the office to receive a new one. The aligners act like dominoes in a chain reaction. Each aligner will only be effective if the previous numbers have all been used completely and without interruption. It is very important that you never stop your treatment with clear aligners. Just one day of not using the aligner is enough for the aligners to lose their adaptation on teeth. Because the teeth are very reversible during the treatment and if the aligner is not used properly, they will return to their crowded state. In addition to the packaging envelope, the number of aligners is also engraved on each aligner
If you experience dry mouth, just drink some water
:Care of clear aligners
Whenever you take the aligner out of your mouth, be sure to put it inside the special compartment. Do not put the orthodontic aligner in your pocket or bag under any circumstances, because the aligner will break with the slightest pressure and rebuilding the aligner will have a separate cost. The common mistake of many customers is that before eating, they take out their aligners and wrap them in paper towels and place them next to the dining table. In this situation, the person who cleans the dining table often throws the liner wrapped in a napkin into the trash
To maintain the cleanliness of the aligners, wash your aligners every night with a soft toothbrush or liquid soap. Be careful not to apply too much force to the aligner while brushing
Note that you brush your teeth three times a day, and if it is not possible to brush your teeth at school or at work, be sure to wash your teeth thoroughly with water after eating so that there is no food residue in your mouth. Otherwise, the food will lead to the growth of microbes under the orthodontic aligner, and in addition to tooth decay, it will also cause bad breath
Please note that you have to remove your aligner even to drink liquids, the only drink you can have with the aligner is water. Penetration of sugary drinks under the aligner can cause severe caries, as well as penetration of tea under the aligner lead to tooth discoloration
Remember to keep the aligners out of the reach of pets
:Achieving the ideal result
Getting the ideal result requires strict adherence to the orthodontic specialist’s instructions. Please do not throw away each aligner at the end of use because we may need them for further treatment. Bring the aligners of the previous course with you every time you visit the office
Complete the treatment course of each aligner as directed by the orthodontist and then proceed to the next step. At any stage, if you feel a problem, be sure to consult your doctor
Pay attention to this important point: the aligner is effective when it sits completely on the teeth and there is no space between the edge of the teeth and the aligner. You may feel that it does not fit perfectly with the teeth in the first few days of using a new aligner, but after a few The day should sit completely on the teeth. If this problem is not solved, be sure to contact the office. Note that you should go to the next number of aligners only when the previous aligner matches the teeth perfectly, otherwise the next aligners will not match
To achieve the ideal result, be sure to use a special rubber tube (chewies) every night for ten minutes. Using a stick makes the aligner fit perfectly on the teeth and apply its force to the teeth. To use the stick, it is enough to bite down on the rubber tube while the aligner is on the teeth and hold it for about 15 seconds and then Repeat this on all the teeth, especially if you feel that the aligner has moved away from the teeth in a certain area, be sure to spend more time on that tooth. Please avoid biting the aligner directly as it may cause the aligner to break