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Important Benefits of Wearing Your Retainer

Dec 13, 2022

Did you recently have braces removed? It was probably a great feeling to finally have them off and see your new and improved smile. You're not alone in wearing braces. As many as 4 million people in the U.S. wear braces at any given time according to IBISWorld. After you get your braces off, your orthodontist will probably give you a retainer to wear for several hours a day. Most orthodontists recommend wearing the retainer at night. You may find the retainer inconvenient but it's important to wear. Below are a few reasons to wear your retainer regularly.


It Keeps Your Teeth Straight


People will wear their braces for months, possibly even years, to straighten their teeth and improve their smile. While braces can have a significant impact on your teeth, they don't finish the job completely. After the braces come off, your teeth are still vulnerable to shifting and moving around in your mouth. Your retainer limits that movement and keeps your teeth in place while they settle into their new location. If you don't wear your retainer, your teeth could move and may not stay straight, rendering the braces ineffective. That's why it's important to wear your retainer to protect your investment in your braces.


It Prevents Clenching and Grinding


Your teeth may feel funny after you've had your braces removed. Many people deal with this sensation by clenching and grinding their teeth. This happens when they're sleeping and they typically have no control over the behavior. Unfortunately, all that clenching and grinding can do serious damage to your teeth. A retainer prevents you from grinding your teeth and minimizes the odds of damage. Wearing your retainer regularly will help you prevent damaging your teeth in your sleep.


It Protects Your Oral Health


Straight teeth are clean teeth. When your teeth are straight, you're more effective with brushing and flossing. You don't get as much food or bacteria stuck between your teeth, and your gums are usually healthier. Your retainer helps your teeth remain straight, which leads to overall improved dental health. Your braces did the first part of the job, but it is your retainer that will complete the process.


Protect your teeth by wearing your retainer. If you're looking for straighter teeth, contact Becker Orthodontics today!

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