{"id":1183,"date":"2023-04-11T16:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-11T20:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bordentownbracesblog.com\/wearing-and-caring-for-your-retainer-is-worth-it\/"},"modified":"2023-10-13T04:48:58","modified_gmt":"2023-10-13T08:48:58","slug":"5-reasons-to-take-care-of-your-orthodontic-mouth-retainer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bordentownbraces.com\/teeth\/5-reasons-to-take-care-of-your-orthodontic-mouth-retainer\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons To Take Care Of Your Orthodontic Mouth Retainer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

After your braces have been removed, your orthodontic treatment isn\u2019t fully finished. You\u2019ll want to ensure that your teeth remain straight for the foreseeable future. That\u2019s where a mouth retainer<\/a> will come in handy.

There are plenty that neglect this part of their orthodontic treatment. And doing so will defeat the entire purpose of your goal for a straighter smile<\/a>. This guide will go over five reasons why you need to take care of your retainer while using it regularly.
Let\u2019s get started with the list below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clean it regularly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When brushing your teeth<\/a>, you\u2019ll want to take care of your retainer. You will need to use a toothbrush and toothpaste to clean it. You should also consider using mouthwash as well.
Once you have gently scrubbed the inside and outside of your retainer, make sure you rinse it completely. This is something you\u2019ll need to do everyday for as long as you are required to wear the retainer.
One thing to note, you\u2019ll want to hand clean the retainer. Don\u2019t put it in a dishwasher or microwave. This can lead to serious damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintain good habits with your retainer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Any orthodontist in Robbinsville, NJ<\/a> can tell you, good habits will make the retainer process easy. There are a few things that you need to remember while wearing them. They include but are not limited to:
Carrying your retainer at all times in a case. When you are eating, make sure it\u2019s enclosed and close to you.
Never wrap the retainer in a napkin or tissue. You may accidentally mistake it for trash and you\u2019ll end up throwing it away. One more reason why putting it in a case would make the best sense.
Contact Bordentown Braces right away if you have a retainer that is lost or damaged. We\u2019ll make you a new one as soon as possible. It\u2019s also a good idea to get this done before things get worse with your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow the instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The instructions of wearing the retainer in your mouth will be as simple and straightforward as possible. Of course, we require you to wear it all the time unless we say otherwise. Later on in your retainer treatment, you\u2019ll only need to wear it every night.

At the same time, we encourage you to continue visiting your orthodontist for regular checkups on your progress. If you are receiving braces in New Jersey through us, it is important that we want to continue your progress with the help of mouth retainers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It will help you keep up with your dental care habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When wearing an orthodontic mouth retainer, it should help get you into a routine. This includes not only brushing and flossing<\/a> your teeth, but also cleaning the retainer itself. If you have any concerns or questions, you can always ask your orthodontist.

Or, you can check out the retainer FAQ<\/strong> we will be providing down below. At this point, you might already have a dental care routine down pat while you were wearing braces. Granted, things will be a little similar when wearing a retainer.
The only difference is that you won\u2019t be able to worry about getting in and around the wires and brackets. Your orthodontist will give you a simple, straightforward guide on how to wear your retainer (including when to remove it).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It will take care of you – literally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Think of it like this – if you take care of your mouth retainer, it will take care of you. Meaning that it will continue to do its job to keep your teeth straight for as long as possible. Your braces have done its work – so it\u2019s time to indirectly reward it by keeping it going by wearing your retainer.
As long as you continue to follow the instructions, you should be good to go. It\u2019s important to not forget about wearing your retainer. There may be days when you might forget (and that\u2019s OK, no need to be hard on yourself).

Just remember to wear it in your mouth if you notice that you aren\u2019t wearing it. Especially in situations where you may have finished eating or brushing your teeth. Always double check to make sure you\u2019ve placed it back in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Retainer FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now, let\u2019s take a look at the following questions below about your retainer:
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