How do I remove the front panel of my Acer Aspire Z5610?

The optic touch screen on my Acer Aspire Z5610 is a little screwy, but I know the solution. Rather than sending my computer off on it's very flaky warranty back to Acer to wait four months before getting it back, I'd rather repair it myself. The front panel around the screen can be unclipped from the top, but the sides are so stubborn! They too are clipped in, but when I attempt to un-clip them from the sides, they just spring back and snap into position again. I don't want to break the front panel; so I'm wondering if I'm missing the correct removal process or something.