Retainer Instructions

Retainer instructions

1. It is important you wear your retainers every night. If you forget for a night, we advise you wear your retainers for a few extra hours the next day.
2. On the first night you have them, we recommend you wear your retainers for a couple of hours before you go to bed, so you can get used to the way they feel.
3. Make sure you have nothing to eat or drink, except for cold water, when you are wearing your retainers.
4. In the morning, take your retainers out of your mouth and clean your teeth as normal. You also need to clean your retainers with your normal toothbrush and cold running water. Do not use hot water or toothpaste as this could damage the plastic.
5. If you go on holiday, make sure you take your retainers with you. If you leave your retainers out of your mouth, even for a few days, your teeth are likely to move and your retainers will no longer fit.
6. When your retainers are not being worn, please keep them in the hard plastic box provided to avoid damage. If you lose or break your retainers, the NHS charge for a replacement is £95.70 each. Private retainer fees are from £80 per arch.
7. Please ensure you bring your retainers with you to your four-month review appointment.
8. For the first year, we will replace retainers due to normal wear and tear. If you require replacement retainers after this, there will be a charge payable.
9. If you have any problems or concerns about your retainers, please contact us on 01305 259417. We’ll provide fast assistance to help ensure your straight smile is not affected.