Can I chew gum with a retainer?

Do not chew gum because it will stick to your retainer and may warp the retainer. Keep your retainer in its retainer case to prevent its loss and breakage, this means when you are not wearing your retainers they should be in their case.
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What can you not eat with a retainer?

What Foods Should Be Avoided When Wearing Braces or Retainers?
  • Popcorn.
  • Ice.
  • Chewing gum.
  • Caramel, toffee, and taffy.
  • Nuts.
  • Hard candies.
  • Beef jerky, pork rinds, and other tough, chewy foods.
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Should clear retainers cover gums?

An Essix retainer is a removable custom-made clear plastic retainer used to hold the teeth in the corrected position after removal of the braces. It covers the teeth and a small portion of the gums.
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Can I eat with my retainer on?

NEVER eat anything while wearing your retainers. It's OK to drink water while wearing the retainers, but remove them if you drink other beverages. If you forget to wear your retainer, wear the retainer full-time for few days to re-align your teeth. Your teeth may be sore while they re-align.
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Why do my gums turn white when I put my retainer in?

As you wear your retainer, it accumulates bacteria, plaque, and tartar. We brush and floss to prevent this buildup on our teeth and gums, and we have to clean our retainers for the same reason. Without sufficient cleaning, a retainer can become smelly, foul-tasting, filmy, cloudy, and covered in small white spots.
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How to chew gum with a retainer



Can you kiss with a retainer?

“I have a long term boyfriend, so kissing is a little weird” Emma admits. Okay, yes aligners and retainers may seem like a mood killer, but they don't have to spoil that romantic moment. Depending on how comfortable you feel, you may find it easier to be open about needing to take them out.
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Do I have to wear retainers forever?

To maintain a straight smile for a lifetime, you're going to need to wear your retainers nightly for the rest of your life. The good news is, after some time it won't be necessary to wear them as often.
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Can I wear my retainers in the shower?

An orthodontic retainer can warp and break easily. Keep your retainers away from hot water, hot cars, your pockets, the washing machine, dryers, and napkins. Treat them with care, and they'll last.
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Do retainers give you a lisp?

Wearing your retainer will help prevent your teeth from becoming crowded or crooked again. You may notice a slight lisp in your speech for the first few days, until you learn to talk with the retainers in. Your mouth may also be slightly sore for a few days; over-the-counter pain relievers can help.
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Do I have to brush my teeth every time I eat with retainers?

With removable retainers, you should clean them as often as you would your teeth, about two to three times a day. Ideally, you should clean them after every time you eat, so no food particles and bacteria become trapped between them and your teeth.
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Can I kiss with Invisalign?

Though it can seem like a touchy topic, there's no need to worry about kissing while you're using Invisalign. The aligners are barely noticeable in your mouth, so there's a good chance your partner won't notice a thing.
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At what age can I stop wearing my retainer?

Retainers keep your smile in place when active treatment is complete and adults need to wear their retainers for life, but adolescents may be able to stop wearing them after about 10 years.
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Do celebrities wear retainers?

Julianne Moore. Although Julianne Moore is approaching 60, she maintains her youthful appearance with a regular regimen of skin care, and, yes, putting in her retainer every night. She not only admits to wearing it every night, she says that when she hasn't worn it, she's regretted it.
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How long do plastic retainers last?

These removable acrylic retainers are often replaced around 8 years. Essix retainers (removable clear retainers, similar to Invisalign®) typically last about 3 years before they need to be replaced.
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Why does my retainer smell when I take it out?

Just like on your teeth, plaque, tartar, and bacteria can build up on the surface of your retainer. This build-up contributes to the bad smell you may experience. While brushing and flossing your teeth are important to keep these things in check, regular cleaning of your retainer is also important.
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Why do my retainers taste sour?

Cleaning you retainer will eliminate bacteria and plaque, which can cause unpleasant odors. You may notice an unpleasant plastic taste from your retainer. This will disappear in a few days. If it bothers you, you may put a few drops of mouthwash on the retainer before putting it on to mask the taste.
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Why do my retainers make me thirsty?

The reason you experience xerostomia during orthodontic treatment is because the braces, Invisalign® aligners, or retainer may initially cause some irritation or gum swelling. Your body reacts by reducing saliva production, which in turn causes the increased dryness you feel in your mouth.
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How long did Kendall Jenner have braces?

Kendall Jenner got braces when she was 13 years old, but that wasn't her only time. She went with Invisalign when she was 17 to perfect her already amazing teeth. American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino decided to get braces in 2008. She wore them for a year or so, and sometimes she even sports a retainer.
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How long did Emma Watson have braces?

Most people didn't know Harry Potter star Emma Watson had orthodontic treatment when she was 15. Although the majority of people have to wear their braces for up to 2 years, Emma only had hers on for 4 months. This meant that she didn't need them on during the filming of the 3rd and 4th Harry Potter movie.
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Can I wear retainers only at night?

Most orthodontists advise their patients to wear their retainers for the rest of their lives. However, the retainers only need to be worn at night and skipping a night here and there is no big deal.
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How often get new retainers?

A retainer is in the mouth for 6-8 hours nightly. Therefore, we recommend you replace your retainer as often as your toothbrush. Retainer Club offers plans to replace your retainers every 4,6, or 12 months. For the best performance and cleanliness, you should replace your retainers as often as your toothbrush.
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Will my teeth move back if I wear my retainer?

So the answer to the question, “can retainers move teeth back?” is yes, sometimes. If your retainer doesn't fit snugly or causes pain, be sure to schedule an appointment with your dental professional for their recommendation.
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Why does my breath smell with Invisalign?

It is moist, damp, warm, and humid in the space under the aligners and around the teeth. Not only can bad breath become a problem, but also the foul odours created by the bacteria can absorb into your aligners and make them smell too. Rinse with mouthwash after brushing your teeth.
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Does Invisalign give you a lisp?

When you first have your Invisalign brace system fitted and placed for treatment, it is not unusual for the wearer to notice a slight lisp to the speech. This is often only noticeable to the wearer, and not to others around them. The slight lisp is often most obvious when making the “s” or “sh” sounds.
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