What do you do if your bottom retainer breaks?
What do you do if your bottom retainer breaks?
If the retainer has broken off or injured another part of your mouth, see your dentist or orthodontist right away to minimize any further damage to your teeth, mouth, or retainer. Check for emergency contact. Many dentists and orthodontists have an emergency line you can call or text in case of emergencies.
Can a broken retainer still work?
Examine Your Removable Retainer Depending on how badly your removable retainer is cracked, you may still be able to wear it in a limited fashion. If the retainer is deeply cracked or split in half, you won’t be able to wear it and will have to wait until your new retainer is manufactured.
Is a broken permanent retainer an emergency?
If your permanent retainer breaks, most of the time it is not something extremely urgent. You will likely feel a loose or broken wire or you will feel a shift in one of your composite bonds. That is usually effective until you’re able to visit your orthodontist to have the broken permanent retainer fixed.
Can you fix a cracked retainer?
If your retainer is fixed or bonded, the appliance has to be removed before it can be repaired. Once removed, your cosmetic dentist or orthodontist can determine if it’s able to be repaired or if you just need a replacement retainer.
How long do clear plastic retainers last?
Estimated costs and comparison chart for types of retainers
| Type | lingual wire, fixed, or bonded retainer (permanent) | clear plastic retainers (removable): Essix, Vivera, Zendura |
|---|---|---|
| Material | metal wire: usually copper, nickel, titanium, or a combination | plastic or polyurethane |
| How long it lasts | indefinitely | 6–12+ months |
What happens if you eat with a retainer?
Someone may throw them away unknowingly, or they could be broken. Wearing the retainers while eating minimizes the potential for retainer loss. Do not play with the retainers with your tongue, such as “flipping” them in and out excessively, as this can cause wire breakage.
Can orthodontists tell if you don’t wear your retainer?
Not only do you have to wear a retainer after you complete your treatment, but your orthodontist will definitely know if you’ve really been keeping up with it.
What happens if you don’t wear your retainer for 5 days?
It’s essential to continue wearing your retainer as instructed by your orthodontist If you do not wear your retainer as directed by your orthodontist, your teeth may revert back to their original position, thus losing the teeth straightening progress you made during your orthodontic treatment.
Why does my bottom retainer hurt?
Like when you were wearing braces, with the retainers, your teeth may feel pressure and you may experience some soreness as your mouth adjusts to the retainer. If the retainer causes you pain though or cuts into your gums, then let your orthodontist know. It probably needs some readjustment.
Why do retainers smell?
Your retainer will keep collecting bacteria, plaque, and tartar from your mouth while you wear it. Over time, it may even start to smell or taste funny if you don’t clean it often enough. More importantly, retainers can harbor dangerous bacteria like Streptococcus, including S.