^{STEP 1: SETTING THE ALIGNERS}

Aligners must be worn continuously (24 hours a day), except during meals and brushing.
Follow these steps to insert them correctly:

1. _{Wash your hands thoroughly}.
2. _{Position the aligner} on your upper or lower teeth, starting with the molars.
3. _{Apply light pressure} to ensure good adhesion to teeth.
4. _Repeat for the aligner on the other arch.

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^{STEP 2: REMOVE ALIGNERS}

To remove your aligners gently :

1. _{Wash your hands thoroughly}.
2. _{Grasp the aligner} close to the gum line and pull gently, being careful with your fingernails!
3. _Repeat for the aligner on the other arch.

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^{STEP 3: CLEANING THE ALIGNERS}

Regular cleaning of aligners is essential to prevent bacteria and scale. Here's how:

1. _{Remove the aligners} from your mouth.
2. _Rinse (avoid hot water).
3. _Brush gently with a soft manual toothbrush and hand soap.
4. _{Rinse again} with lukewarm water.
5. _{Wipe off} and place back in mouth.

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^{STEP 4: CHANGING ALIGNERS}

Change your aligners according to your dentist's instructions (usually every 7 to 14 days). To switch to new aligners :

1. _{Remove the old aligner} following the steps in Step 2. KEEP your old aligners clean and dry (return them to your dentist)!
2. _{Insert the new aligner} following the steps in Step 1.

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^Conclusion

Dental aligners are an effective and transparent way of correcting the alignment of your teeth. By carefully following these instructions, you'll optimize your treatment and achieve the best results. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your dentist.

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