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3 Ways To Care For A Retainer
Franklin Steward
Getting your braces removed can be one of the best days of your life. However, you might not be finished with wearing dental appliances. Your orthodontist could recommend wearing a retainer for a period of time after the braces removal. Here are some important things to remember about caring for the retainer.
Keep the Retainer Out of Heat
The retainer is mostly composed of plastic. As such, it can easily warp if it is exposed to heat. Do not expose your retainer to heat, such as hot water. You also need to be careful to not place the retainer in an area that is exposed to direct sunlight.
One other reason to avoid heat on the retainer is that it can also dry out and crack. If you are storing the retainer, place it in its appropriate container in cool water.
Wear the Retainer as Directed
Although you might be tired of wearing dental appliances, it is important that you wear the retainer as directed. In the weeks and months following the removal of your braces, your teeth can easily shift. Until your teeth have adjusted to not having the braces, you need to wear the retainer.
It is likely that your orthodontist will direct that you wear it day and night and only remove it for meals, brushing, and flossing. Your orthodontist might modify his or her directions as time passes, depending on the placement of your teeth. You could be reduced to only wearing it at nighttime.
Properly Clean Your Retainer
Cleaning the retainer is not overly complicated, but it is important that you correctly do it. Simply wash it with liquid soap and lukewarm water to remove the debris on the appliance. After you rinse the retainer off, store it in its proper container if you are not required by your orthodontist to wear it.
You should never use bleach or toothpaste on the retainer. Both substances are too harsh and can affect the shape and condition of the retainer. To avoid breaking the retainer, place a towel on the sink to provide cushion in case you drop it. Otherwise, it could break if it hits the floor.
An orthodontist, like those at Cazes Family Dentistry LLC, can provide you with other ways you can care for your retainer. To save money on a replacement and to ensure you are getting the most benefit from it, follow your orthodontist's recommendations during the period you are required to wear it.
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