Invisalign - clear aligners are an alternative treatment method used in addition to braces to correct crooked teeth. Since it is an aesthetic and invisible treatment option, it is a preferred treatment for individuals who are uncomfortable with the appearance of braces. Invisalign is applied to close the interdental spaces, align the teeth properly and ensure correct tooth nesting.
You must wear the aligners for a minimum of 17 hours daily during Invisalign treatment. Nevertheless, in certain instances, it is necessary to remove these clear aligners. Let's now explore the factors to consider when inserting and removing clear aligners used in Invisalign treatment.
Why are the inserting and removing of clear aligners so important?
You need to be careful when inserting and removing clear aligners. Removing the aligners by forcing them hard and inappropriately can cause gum diseases.
First of all, you should check the letters on the aligners when wearing transparent aligners. The plaque you will place on your upper teeth has the letters UF and the plaque you will place on your lower teeth has the letters LF. Mixing the aligners and putting them on incorrectly causes difficulty in putting them on, which can damage the gums.
During transparent plaque removal, you should hold the plaque tips on the inside of your mouth in a balanced way. Apply gentle force between the border of the aligner and the gum. This way, you can easily remove your aligners without any strain.
When not in use, you can protect clear aligners in their special box, nested and side by side.
- Make sure that your hands are clean and sterile before inserting and removing clear aligners.
- Rinse your clear aligners after removing them from their special bags.
- Do not try to load or wash both clear aligners at the same time.
- Make sure the transparent plates you place on your teeth belong to the correct jaw. The plates of the lower and upper jaw will be different from each other.
- To wear clear aligners, position it against your anterior teeth and exert pressure until it adheres to the dental surface, ensuring equal force is applied to both the right and left molars.
- If you feel severe pain while placing clear aligners, discuss the situation with your dentist.
- You start with the molars when removing the Invisalign plates you wear, starting with the front teeth. Remove your Invisalign from your right or left molar with your fingertips towards the other molar.
- Do not try different methods while inserting and removing the transparent aligners. Use as recommended by your dentist.
- Exercise caution to avoid applying excessive force during the insertion or removal of the Invisible Aligner. Plates subjected to disproportionate stress may experience bending and warping. Kindly monitor this situation to ensure the Invisible Aligner maintains its effectiveness.
- When attempting to remove your clear aligners, refrain from utilising sharp, pointed instruments that may harm transparent plaques.
- After removing the Invisible Aligner, rinse them and ensure no water is left in them. Keep the removed plates in the special protective box for the plates.
- If you are having trouble inserting and removing the clear aligner, inform your dentist about the problem you are experiencing. As a rare situation, if the Invisible Aligners have caused allergies in your gums, contact your dentist directly without waiting too long.
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