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Are retainers supposed to hurt when you take them out?
While retainers can sometimes feel a little odd, they should never be painful. But pain is subjective, and sometimes it takes time for your mouth to get used to a new treatment. If your retainers are causing certain types of irritation, then it might be a sign they don’t fit correctly.
Why does taking off my retainer hurt?
This feeling is usually a result of pressure and this kind of discomfort tends to go away once the retainer is worn regularly again. If discomfort does not go away after regular wear of the retainer, it is best to contact your dental professional.
Is it bad to force your retainer in?
If you have to force your retainer to fit, you shouldn’t wear it: forcing a retainer that doesn’t fit could damage your teeth or the retainer. Try gently putting the retainer back in your mouth: if you have to force it, then it no longer fits and you should not try to put it in your mouth.
How tight should my retainer be?
As long as your retainer doesn’t hurt and still fits over your teeth, you can wear it even if it feels tight. This probably means that your teeth have shifted. However, if your retainer doesn’t fit at all or feels painful you need to take different measures. Don’t force your teeth into your retainer!
Why do my teeth hurt when I put my retainer on?
Your teeth could be moving out of their position naturally or because of a tongue thrust. When you go to put your retainer back in, it may no longer fit appropriately, causing you pain and discomfort. While this can be natural, it could also be a sign of a problem.
Is it bad to put your retainer back in after a long time?
In most cases, wearing an old retainer can realign your smile so long as your teeth have not shifted into an entirely new position. As a rule of thumb, wearing an old retainer should not be an issue so long as it still fits without needing to apply any force while inserting it over your teeth.
Can a retainer loosen your teeth?
When you first try on the retainer, it’ll likely feel snug. This is a completely normal. As your teeth set into an aligned resting position, the retainer will loosen up, and any discomfort will go away.
Do retainers push teeth back?
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.
How should a retainer feel?
We expect retainers might feel snug at first, but they will surely loosen up the same way that a new pair of slip-on shoes loosen up with wear. If a retainer doesn’t fit right when first delivered, we will either remake it or change the kind of retainer completely.