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Patient resources

Aftercare hub

Everything for looking after your smile after treatment, in one place: what to do after a procedure, how to care for your aligners, retainer or expander, plus patient guides and a quick airway self-screening.

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After a procedure

Aftercare instructions

Open the guide that matches your treatment for a quick do's and don'ts table, step-by-step instructions, and clear signs of when to get in touch.

This is general aftercare guidance, not a substitute for the specific instructions your dentist gave you. If you are worried about your recovery, please contact us.

Tooth extraction & oral surgery

How to care for the area after a tooth extraction or oral surgery: protect the blood clot, control bleeding and swelling, and heal comfortably over the next few days.

Gum treatment & surgery

How to care for your gums after deep cleaning or periodontal surgery: protect the treated area, manage sensitivity and looseness, and support healing.

Root canal treatment

How to care for your tooth after root canal treatment: ease discomfort, protect the tooth between visits, and set it up for long-term success.

Deep dental filling

How to settle in a deep filling: manage normal sensitivity, protect the tooth while it adjusts, and know when a high bite needs a quick review.

Temporary crown, inlay or onlay

How to look after a temporary crown, inlay or onlay while your permanent restoration is being made, and what to do if it comes off.

Teeth whitening

How to protect your results in the first 48 hours after whitening, with the white diet, sensitivity care, and long-term maintenance tips.

Living with an appliance

Wear & care guides

How to look after your aligners, retainer or your child's palatal expander day to day.

Invisalign wear & care

How to wear, clean and store your aligners, and keep your treatment on track.

Retainer wear & care

Keep your results: how to wear, clean and look after your retainer.

Palatal expander care

Daily care and cleaning while your child's palatal expander does its work.

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More patient resources

A quick self-check and our library of patient guides.

Airway self-screening

A short questionnaire that flags possible airway and breathing concerns, for adults and children.

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Articles

Patient guides and tips from the Align Dental team.

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Questions after your treatment?

We can help between visits

If anything about your recovery does not seem right, call or message the team. We will advise you, and arrange a review if you need one.

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