Should I still wear my retainer if my wisdom teeth are coming in?
Wisdom teeth- You need to be extra careful about wearing retainers when your wisdom teeth are still developing. Have your dentist check your wisdom teeth. If they are impacted or there is no room for the wisdom teeth, there is a definite chance they can start crowding your other teeth if left.
Is it better to remove wisdom teeth after they erupt?
Some dentists recommend removing wisdom teeth if they don’t fully emerge. Many dentists believe it’s better to remove wisdom teeth at a younger age, before the roots and bone are fully formed, and when recovery is generally faster after surgery.
Did you wear a retainer after your wisdom teeth were removed?
I didn’t wear retainers, wisdom teeth not taken out, now teeth have moved. I wore my retainer every day/night for a year after my braces were taken off. Then I stopped.Another year later my front tooth has moved forward a little and the tooth next to it has been pushed back.
Why do you need a retainer after braces?
The whole purpose of wearing a retainer is to keep your teeth in place so you can continue enjoying your beautiful, new straight teeth for a lifetime. During that first year after braces, teeth are the most likely to make some big moves. When you’re done with braces, your gums and teeth will remain a bit flexible.
What happens if you don’t wear your retainer as directed?
Wearing your retainer as directed is a big deal. If you fail to wear it, all the time you spent going through orthodontic treatment will be wasted and you will lose your straight smile. You’ll have to go through treatment all over again to get it back.
How often do you need to replace your retainer?
Most people end up wearing their retainer daily for 1 month, and then they can go to nightly retainer use. Later, to keep teeth in place for life, you may be required to wear the retainer every night or at least 4 nights per week. As time goes by, you may need to replace your retainer so it keeps its strong holding power.