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My Retainer Is Loose & Doesn’t Fit -Replacing Retainers

The purpose of a retainer is to support the treated tooth, so if you feel that it is not touching your teeth or if you can move it with your tongue, it is probably loose. Get it fixed by your orthodontist.

The retainer may not fit properly if you go too long without wearing it, causing your teeth to move back to their pre-orthodontic positions. In the event that you wear your retainer as directed and it suddenly doesn’t fit, it may have been damaged or warped.

In this post, we’ll take you through the reasons why your retainer won’t fit and what to do to correct it. Let’s get going.

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Hawley Retainer | Costs & Care (2022 Update)

Hawley Retainer, also named a metal retainer by some is used when an orthodontic treatment has been completed, it is common for a Hawley retainer to be fitted and used. If you are unfamiliar or new to orthodontic work, then you may be wondering what is Hawley retainer? The cost, colors and care. Knowing more about this retainer along with listening to your orthodontist will help you in deciding if this is the right retainer for you or your family. 

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How To Floss With Permanent Retainer – Avoid Tartar Build Up

We will show you in the post how to floss with a permanent retainer to avoid tarter build up. Anyone who understands what wearing braces for years has experienced the pain that it brings and the hardship it poses when it comes to cleaning the teeth. Apart from the pain, there are other embarrassing moments that come up when you wear braces.

For instance, you might find yourself smiling to your friends, and your brackets and wires are full of food. If you have experienced some of these embarrassing moments, you know that the journey with the braces to the point of removing them cannot be for anything less than a perfect smile.

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Orthodontic Retainers | How To Avoid Mold & Black Spots

Orthodontic retainers. Getting your braces off is an exciting time. While braces are the most efficient way to get the smile of your dreams, there are a lot of rules surrounding what you can and can’t do with your braces. The upkeep may be annoying, but the end result is well worth it. But if you’re given orthodontic retainers after you get your brackets and wires off, you’re not quite out of the clear yet. There are a few care tips you need to know how to take care of your retainers. Let’s get cracking.

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Retainer Replacement

Orthodontic treatment is only effective if you maintain your perfect smile with a retainer. However, it’s no surprise that maintaining this will require some extra appointments down the line to replace retainers and fix any issues found in them like teeth shifting or warping of frames. In this post, we’ll show you 5 reasons why you need to replace your retainer. Let’s get going.

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