Getting Started
Wear your aligners at least 21 hours a day
Remove aligners only when eating and brushing
Feel free to ditch your aligners for social events once in a while (keep it to 2-3 hours)
When inserting aligners, begin with your front teeth
When removing your aligners, begin with your back teeth
Cleaning
Clean aligners with any retainer cleaner (Retainer Brite, Efferdent or the Invisalign Cleaning Crystals)
Use clear mouthwash while wearing aligners to freshen your breath (we recommend our Smilebar Whitening Mouthwash or TheraBreath)
When brushing your teeth, brush the aligners as well
Eating & Drinking
After eating, brush, floss & wear aligners as soons as possible
You can drink clear liquids while wearing aligners
Dark fluids such as red wine, coffee, and coke may stain the aligners (if you must, use a straw)
Tips
When not wearing aligners, store them in their case
Never place aligners in boiling water
Keep aligners away from pets
Never wrap aligners in a napkin (you risk losing them)
When finished with a set, clean and store them in their original pouch (never throw away your aligners)
Uh Oh…
If you lose a set of aligners, wear the previous set unless instructed otherwise by the orthodontist
if you have bonded attachments & one falls off, dont panic! just let us know
In case of any problems, notify us as soon as possible so we can determine the best way to proceed.
We want you to love your Smilebar experience as much as you're going to love your perfect new smile! Call or email us any time with questions.
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