You’ve Made It to the Finish Line

You’ve reached your goal and now have the beautiful, healthy smile that you deserve. Thank you for choosing us at NobleCare Orthodontics to share in this exciting time. However, your job isn’t quite over.

Retainer Instructions

To maintain your outstanding smile result, you need to follow your retainer instructions. An orthodontic retainer is a commitment, but it’s easy. Follow these simple instructions to maintain your confident smile:

  • Wear your retainers whenever you are at home unless we tell you otherwise.
    • You can remove them to eat and brush your teeth.
    • Also, you should remove them when swimming or playing contact sports.
  • Make sure you bring your retainer to your follow-up appointments.
    • We need to see you with your retainer to make sure it fits correctly.
  • Keep your retainer case with you. Replacements are expensive.
    • Keep your retainers safe when you remove them by always placing them in your case.
  • If you notice that your retainer doesn’t fit properly or is cracked or broken, call us to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
  • Clean your retainers thoroughly once a day with a toothbrush, toothpaste, and warm but not hot water. Brushing retainers removes plaque and eliminates odors.
  • You may have a little trouble speaking while wearing your retainer at first. It just takes a little practice.
    • Try talking, reading or singing out loud with your retainer in to get used to them quickly.
  • If you break or lose your retainer, call us right away. If you aren’t wearing retainers, your teeth will move quickly.
  • An orthodontic retainer can warp and break easily. Treat them with care, and they’ll last.
    • Keep your retainers away from hot water, hot cars, your pockets, the washing machine, dryers, and napkins.