Clear aligner care

Removable aligners need care both in and out of the mouth. Wearing, changing and cleaning instructions come from your treating team, not a universal schedule.

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Wearing and handling

Follow the individual instructions for wearing, removal and changing trays. SmileMap does not prescribe hours or decide when a tray should be changed.

Your dental team’s advice comes first.

Experiences and care instructions vary. This guide cannot assess your health or tell you whether healing is progressing normally.

Questions for your dentist

When to contact the practice

Contact your treating team about a lost or damaged tray, poor fit, an attachment concern or persistent discomfort. Seek advice before changing your plan.

Practice aftercare instructions

No practice-specific instructions have been configured. Follow the instructions from your treating dental team and ask them for a copy if needed.

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General education only, not an individual treatment plan. Your treating clinic’s instructions take priority. Draft content — qualified dental review required before patient use. For personal care questions, contact your dentist. In a medical emergency, call 000.