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1. Visit Your Orthodontist/ Cosmetic Dentist! First, the patient should visit an orthodontist/cosmetic dentist for a consultation.  The Orthodontist examines the teeth and takes a precise digital scan of the mouth/ an impression of your mouth to replicate your teeth on a model.  Then a custom treatment plan is made. Patients are able to see a digital preview of their new smile before the aligners are created.  2. Aligners Preparation The custom treatment plan is sent to a digital dental lab. The patient’s dental arches are examined to ensure proper fit.  The sequence of aligners is staged based on the doctor’s instructions. Then, the digital plan is placed online for the doctor to review and approve.  Once approved, the aligners are fabricated.  The clear aligners are sent directly to the doctor and then delivered to the patient. 3. Follow Your Doctor’s Instructions! Patients get a new set of aligners every 1 to 2 weeks.  They must wear them for about 22 hours per day to correct even

Do’s for Clear Aligners You should rinse your Clearbite aligner before removing them, it will help to remove saliva, food particles, plaque and prevent bacterial colonisation. 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 coloured soap to