Guidelines for removable orthodontic plates

Dear parents and patients!

To achieve the intended treatment outcome, it is essential to follow your dentist’s advice.

Wearing schedule

Wear the aligner in accordance with your orthodontist’s individual recommendations. In most cases, the aligner must be worn for 20 hours a day.

You may only remove the aligner whilst eating, brushing your teeth and cleaning the aligner itself. The longer the aligner remains in your mouth, the faster and more effective the treatment will be.

Caring for the plates

Clean the aligner daily with a soft toothbrush and toothpaste under cool running water. The toothpaste must be thoroughly rinsed off the aligner.

If necessary, use specialised cleaning products for orthodontic appliances (cleaning tablets or foams). Do not use boiling water, alcohol or harsh antiseptic solutions, as these may deform the plastic components.

When the aligner is not in your mouth, it must be stored in a special case; otherwise, it may become deformed or get lost.

Eating

You must remove the aligner before eating. Do not wrap the appliance in napkins or paper towels to avoid losing it.

Activating the appliance

If the aligner has an orthodontic screw, it must only be activated according to the schedule prescribed by your dentist. Changing the activation schedule yourself may adversely affect the course of treatment.

Important

During the first few days, you may experience slight pressure on your teeth, increased salivation and temporary slurred speech. If the appliance breaks, is lost or causes significant discomfort, you must contact the clinic. Attend regular check-ups on the dates specified by your dentist.

Remember: the success of your treatment depends on wearing the aligner regularly. Failure to follow the recommendations may lead to a longer treatment period and the inability to achieve the planned result.

🌟 For our young patients

Your aligner is a superhero-style trainer for your teeth!

To help your teeth grow straight and beautiful:

• Wear your aligner for as long as the dentist has told you to.
• Clean it every day, just like a real owner of a super-device.
• Keep your aligner safe from mishaps at school, on the sports field and at home.
• Don’t lose it and always keep it in its case.
• Work with your parents to adjust the aligner as the dentist has instructed.
• Come to your check-ups – impress your orthodontist with your brilliant results!

🏆 Remember: every day you wear it correctly brings you closer to a beautiful and healthy smile!