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Aligners Removed for 12+ Hours - Can I Resume Normal Usage?

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I have been sick with a virus and had to keep my aligners out for 12-16 hours. I am wondering if I can resume wearing the aligners the same as before or if I need to go back to the previous set. What do people normally do when they're sick and can't keep them in?

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Answered on May 3, 2011
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Dr. Gilbert H. Snow, DDS
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