Wear your retainer all the time except when Dr. Nadeau says it is okay to remove it.
When eating, remove your retainer and always place it back in its case! (The majority of appliances are misplaced in school lunchrooms or eateries).
Use a toothbrush and toothpaste to clean the retainer twice a day. Warm, but not hot, water should be used. Brushing retainers reduces plaque and neutralizes smells. Although Efferdent® and other orthodontic appliance cleansers may be used, they do not take the place of brushing.
When not in use, your retainer should ALWAYS be in its case. Pets have a special talent for finding and chewing on them!
You may find it difficult to talk at first. To get acclimated to it quicker, practice speaking, reading, or singing aloud.
Retainers are fragile, so handle them with care. If your retainer is misplaced or damaged, please contact us right away.
Call us if you have any questions or concerns regarding your retainer, or if you feel it needs to be adjusted. Do not attempt to apply your own adjustments please.
Bring your retainer to all of your appointments.
Replacement retainers are costly, but with careful care, you can keep your same retainer for years!
When you go swimming, take your retainer out.
Avoid placing retainers in hot water, heated vehicle dashboards, pockets, the washing machine, or napkins.
