Welcome to Your Clear Aligner Journey

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Congratulations on starting your path to a healthier, more confident smile with Clear Aligners Direct. To ensure a smooth and effective treatment, please follow the guidelines below.

🦷 Quick Summary: Clear Aligners Direct Instructions

• Receiving Your Aligners: We mostly start with aligners that don’t require attachments. As treatment progresses, templates will be provided for your local dentist to place necessary attachments.​
• Wearing Your Aligners: Wear them for at least 22 hours daily, removing only for eating, drinking (except water), brushing, and flossing. Use your fingers to insert and remove them gently.
• Using Chewies: Use chewies 2–3 times a day, especially in areas where there’s a small gap between the aligner and your teeth.​
• Cleaning and Maintenance: Rinse with lukewarm water and brush gently with a soft toothbrush. Avoid toothpaste. Store aligners in a case when not in use to prevent damage.​
• Monitoring Progress: Regularly send photos to assess fit and progress. Don’t move to the next aligner if there’s a gap between the aligner and your teeth.​
• Dental Visits: Some stages may require in-office procedures like attachments or updated scans. You’ll be informed in advance to schedule with your local dentist.​
• General Tips: Maintain excellent oral hygiene, remove aligners when consuming anything other than water, and adhere to the prescribed schedule for optimal results.​
• Support and Resources: For questions or concerns, contact Clear Aligners Direct. Additional resources, including FAQs and instructional videos, are available on their website.

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1. Receiving Your Aligners

• Initial Aligners: Your first set of aligners will arrive without attachments to facilitate an easy start.
• Subsequent Aligners: As treatment progresses, attachments may be necessary. We’ll provide templates for your local dentist or hygienist to place them accurately.

2. Wearing Your Aligners

• Duration: Wear your aligners for at least 22 hours daily, removing them only for eating, drinking (anything other than water), brushing, and flossing.
• Insertion and Removal: Use your fingers to gently place and remove the aligners. Avoid biting them into position to prevent damage.
• Using Chewies: Very important- 2-3 times a day especially in those areas where the aligners have a small gap between the tip of the tooth and the aligner. More info here

3. Cleaning and Maintenance

• Cleaning: Rinse aligners with lukewarm water and brush them gently using a soft toothbrush. Avoid using toothpaste, as it can be abrasive.
• Storage: When not in use, store your aligners in a plastic case to protect them from loss or damage. Be careful, furry friends love chewing aligners.

4. Monitoring Progress

• Regular Updates: Periodically, we’ll request photos to assess the fit and track progress. This helps us determine when to transition to the next set of aligners.
• Adjustments: If aligners feel uncomfortable or don’t fit properly, contact us promptly for guidance.

5. Dental Visits

• Attachments and Adjustments: Some stages may require in-office procedures. We’ll inform you in advance, and you can schedule these with your local dentist or hygienist.
• Scans and X-rays: If necessary, we’ll request updated scans or X-rays to ensure the treatment is on track.

6. General Tips

• Oral Hygiene: Maintain excellent oral hygiene by brushing and flossing after every meal before reinserting your aligners.
• Dietary Considerations: Remove aligners when consuming food or drinks (except water) to prevent staining and damage.
• Consistency: Adhere to the prescribed schedule and wear time to achieve optimal results.

7. Support and Resources

• Communication: We’re here to support you. If you have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact us.
• Additional Information: Our website for more resources, including FAQs and instructional videos.

Your treatment is a collaborative effort. Your commitment to following these guidelines plays a crucial role in achieving the desired outcome. We’re excited to work with you towards your new smile.

Note: These instructions are general guidelines. Your specific treatment plan may have additional or modified steps as directed by Dr. Vernon Kruger.