The first week is usually about learning removal, insertion, meals, cleaning, speech and how to carry aligner cases reliably. Mild pressure and temporary speech changes are common reasons people need a short adjustment period.
The first week is usually about learning removal, insertion, meals, cleaning, speech and how to carry aligner cases reliably. Mild pressure and temporary speech changes are common reasons people need a short adjustment period.
This guide is written for Maple Ridge patients as decision support. It cannot determine suitability for treatment without an examination and appropriate records.
Insertion and removal is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Meal routine is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Speech adaptation is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Cleaning is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Mild pressure or tooth tenderness can occur, especially after changing to a new aligner.
Most practices advise removing aligners for drinks other than plain water to reduce staining and other risks; follow your clinician’s instructions.
Contact the office if irritation is persistent or significant; they can advise whether an adjustment is appropriate.