Wearing and Caring for Your Retainer
Retainers is different from braces. Wearing retainers comes after wearing braces. They are removable It can be taken out when eating, brushing and flossing. meaning that you take them out when eating, brushing and flossing. Being removable, they can be easily misplaced . It is suggested that your always carry your retainer’s case. Whenever you’re not using your retainer, you can put it in the case for it’s security and protection. Never leave your retainer’s case on a table or a bench but instead, always put it immediately in your backpack, purse or pocket. How to clean and care for your specific type of retainer, your dentist can provide you the information.  Make sure you don’t sit on, step on or otherwise damage this delicate and expensive piece of equipment, regardless of what type of retainer you are wearing.