Cracked Retainer After Braces or Invisalign: Now What?

[@carol-lt6oc]

mine just cracked and it’s quarantine and my ortho is closed. my teeth move real fast so i’m crying..

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Did your orthodontist make the retainer off of a digital scan? If so they may be able to order you a replacement retainer from the scan, without you needing to go into the office!

[@abdullahraffa4596]

Same

[@SJTOfficial]

I have 2 and they both cracked, I was chewing it a bit but I don’t know what to do, do I call in and tell them that they both cracked?

[@pamelasincierly8467]

ME RNN OMG

[@ifsan321]

@@piperwright7358 mine is 80 ponds.....EACH

[@devinesky7110]

Barely had them for a couple months and a split happened right where my 2 front teeth are. What a rip off 😑. Why not make retainers more sturdy and durable.

[@ewok7075]

Everything’s a scam orthos are some greedy fucks broke my retainer and my dentist doesn’t even keep the impressions got me a appointment two weeks later just to get another impression of my moved teeth so much for $4000 dollars and 2 years just for a week without a retainer to move your teeth

[@Alasha575]

they’re literally so thin like of course it’s gonna break 😒my mom isn’t gonna pay to replace mine

[@tarabrown740]

@@Alasha575 aww

[@ananyasheth5996]

Yeah.had the same problem

[@mrpickle5655]

@@Alasha575 ikr, mine just broke when I was taking it off, I haven’t told my parents yet because they will lose it. Both of the parts fit together fine, do you think I can just wear the two parts and it will have the same effect?

[@Zyemlus]

I can't afford it. Great.

[@baturayintabutu1217]

me too..

[@aminah761]

Me too

[@izzahadha687]

me too

[@hitgirl-zj3lg]

Same

[@mony8112]

Same

[@Jowitaxoxo]

Summary: call your orthodontist. This isn't a video actually teaching how to repair it at home.

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Well said! Thanks for the comment!

[@Kevin-sm8pn]

To be fair, you would have to be stupid to actually think you can fix a broken retainer using items found in your house, lol.

[@justlooking3649]

@@Kevin-sm8pn but that’s just it....anyone wearing a retainer has already been told what to do in the event that something goes wrong... He should have started the video by saying..there’s not much you can do It should just be him saying unfortunately, there’s no quick fix. That’s it. 14,000 views ...it’s clickbait

[@Kevin-sm8pn]

Just Looking But it should be common sense that you can't easily fix your retainer for free using items found in your house. Like what did you expect? How to fix your retainer using white glue and toothpaste?

[@justlooking3649]

@@Kevin-sm8pn yeah.. it’s the same common sense that would tell you to call the dentist...people aren’t clicking this video for the same advice that your dentist would have given you...they’re desperate for another solution.....go see how many DIY retainer videos they are.....obviously not gonna work...but people will try it...smile direct exists because of this kinda desperation

[@joshualara7757]

I'ma cry I have mexican parents and I'm scared to tell them I broke my retainers because it cost 400 dollars and I just begged them to buy me new shoes yesterday for 200 dollars😭

[@cigarettez3474]

Bruhhh same I just got my new retainer because I lost my first one. I’m scared asf they going to wipe my ass

[@nishinoya4826]

I broke my retainers while I was washing them but imma blame my brother so my hispanic parents wont beat the shit outta me.

[@gina-ue7bd]

SAME HELP

[@justlooking3649]

Return the shoes

[@ifsan321]

I broke my retainers twice and I’m lucky I didn’t DIE if I break the new ones 💀

[@kyleecooney8690]

Mine's slightly cracked in the middle and I'm scared to tell my mom. I've hardly even had it for a month, what should I do ??

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the question! We try not to get in the middle of child-parent relationships 😉 but in this case you should probably show her and see if you can get an appointment at the orthodontist to have the retainer checked out. You can’t go wrong with telling the truth. Good luck!

[@kyleecooney8690]

@@piperwright7358 LMAO NO I NEVER TOLD HER!! I still wear my retainer and my teeth are fine!

[@kyleecooney8690]

@@piperwright7358 aw that's good I'm glad!

[@kyleecooney8690]

@@piperwright7358 I don't bite my retainer so I don't have any solutions! sorry :P

[@kyleecooney8690]

@@piperwright7358 GOOD LUCK!!

[@Truelegend86]

Was hoping he was going to say get some sort off glue and repair it 🤦🏻‍♂️but nope,looks like it’s a £200 bill for me 😆

[@neometalx9]

I have had cracked retainers and that was in covid time, dentist wasnt taking appointments.. what i actually did is glue it, use something strong like krazy glue.. first, clean your retainers and dry it with cold setting on hair dryer second, put a drop of krazy glue on a toothpick, grab your retainers and slightly bend to split where the crack is, then use the toothpick to apply a tiny bit of that krazy glue. third, hold the retainers for a while so it can dry, then when its dry enough use the hair dryer again on cold setting and blow it a bit, then set it aside for a while before cleaning it and putting it back in your mouth.. this method works best for splits, if its actually a hole crack then its hard to deal with, make sure you dont bite down your retainers or aligners when they are in your mouth, use chewies if you feel its loose. note: avoid applying the glue directly from the glue container or there might be excess and it will make the retainer look weird on that spot, worse case scenario if you spill inside you might feel that thing when you put it back.

[@strolledboar257]

2000 for me

[@tarabrown740]

£250 for me

[@Your_L0cal-Editor]

@@neometalx9you sir are my savior I hope you know

[@قطراتالمطر-ه2ر]

thank you so much Dr. kindly,.. 1_do you prefer the soft or hard retainer regarding the material? 2_ the thickness of the sheet you use, 1,1.5 or 2mm? 3_ is it nessesory to paint the cast with a seperating media? 4_ is there a way to increase the retention of newly made retainer with light retention rather than doing a new one? thank you so much 🙏🌹

[@Orrlur]

I personally prefer thickest ones. I go through each one fairly quick and very costly at my orthodontist place. She charged me $290 each and now in 2023 her new price is $390 each. I have to find cheaper replacement.

[@golden_read3927]

Well i guess i better dig my own grave🙂😬

[@alexquletiny2982]

Mine has a hole I can feel my teeth moving and I’m scared to tell my mom

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Aww man! Good luck with that. Better to get a new one before your teeth shift though, right?!

[@peanutpicklebutter5234]

My orthodontist never told me how to clean mine properly which I don’t think has helped 😫 I don’t have the money to replace mine and I’ve only had it like 2 months ☠️

[@quniry6587]

SAME

[@2002loprafael]

Mine has a false tooth. I’m saddd

[@dipperpines2335]

My retainer snapped in half in the middle (can I melt them back together)

[@jinx2100]

My retainers are quite tough but a particular spot has worn away over time.

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the comment!

[@BabyEww]

What should I do if it is cracked in between my 2 front teeth?

[@thehungrygoldfish]

Use duct tape.

[@coco_sloth]

Mine's cracked both sides on the top. I have a Hawley one but when I take that off it feels weird

[@jaxturner6616]

I only have to wear mine till July and it’s cracking so hoping it survives just one more month

[@Catnotic]

Judging by all the comments of kids scared of telling their parents that their retainers cracked, it's clear to me that these kids nor their parents were properly educated on the risks and costs of orthodontic treatment like braces and retainers. More orthodontists should educate their patients on the treatment they are offering and what it will mean. This includes telling patients that retainers often crack and that they would need to be replaced and the cost of the replacement and how frequently they need to be replaced or how often they get cracked. Informed patients would then be able to make the informed decision on whether to go ahead with braces or not, and perhaps would decide that it isn't worth the long-term cost and hassle. I suspect some orthodontists don't take the time to sit down and go over all these details with their patients, due to time constraints, effort, and the financial disincentive of losing potential patients.

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thank you so much for the comment! You bring up an extremely important point - informed consent! That's one of the pillars of any medical or dental treatment (along with diagnosis, proper treatment planning, patient cooperation, etc). Most orthodontists provide written informed consent documentation (for educational and legal purposes) along with written instructions for all types of treatment, and retainer wear and care. We really appreciate your comment and hope you have a wonderful day!

[@andrew2272kag]

I have a split in my removable essix retainer, very small, top plate rear left molar, bisects the edge of the plate up to the molar but doesn't go into the molar section itself. I will be making an appointment to get a replacement retainer, however due to the age I will have to get new moulds done. I am concerned as to whether the split is enough for the retainer not to function properly anymore, and for the molar to shift, meaning that when the mould is done the positioning will be wrong.

[@dvgquibbie4375]

My retainer cracked in half I hope I won’t have to pay to get another one 😫

[@Whimswirl]

My top removable retainer cracked at the roof of the mouth area and my orthodontist told me to just clip the cracked area off with nail clippers. I was confused and disappointed that he wouldn’t fix it. Do you know if this could be sound advice? Should I use dental glue instead?

[@almirahmohamed5882]

I got my retainers 3 days ago and a lot of keep telling me to be careful or else it will crack 🤣I’m super careful when taking out and cleaning. I hope it lasts till my next orthodontist appointment. This was really helpful thank u

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Glad it was helpful!!

[@mikaela5953]

I have a crack where there are molars. Like on top where food is grinded. It cracked cuz I like to bite down my retainer to put it on but I hit it in a wrong angle. It’s about half an inch long I’m not sure if I should still wear it. It’s almost unnoticeable but I’m worried about gunk getting up there.

[@mqddie]

what do i do if mine is cracked in the middle? like all the way through its in two seperate pieces 😳😭

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Oooooohhh. That’s no fun. We’d suggest getting an appointment at your friendly local orthodontist to have a replacement made. Good luck!

[@ifsan321]

I gave the same problem 😅

[@krisimanasieva422]

I broke mine two months in and I went to my orthodontist. They told me they would make me and new one but it would be 100 dollars, I was confused because before they said the first time you break it it would be free but I needed it so we paid the money. Now it’s been a month and I broke the new one, I swear I’m really careful with it but I feel like they make it with really thin plastic so that people break it and buy another one. I’m scared to tell my m because she was really mad last time.

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the comment! You may ask your orthodontist if they can make a different type of retainer? A Hawley-style might be more durable for you. Good luck! And, we're sure if you apologize sincerely, and tell your parents how much you love them, they don't be too upset :)

[@sanfoura3778]

Thank you very much for all the videos and for the effort you make for us, thanks to you I understood everything related to orthodontics. I underwent treatment two years ago and is still continuing. Does age affect the final result? I am 28 years old

[@kevinjimmyjohnsonwang7141]

These are such a scam so expensive for a piece of plastic

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the shoutout!! Have an awesome weekend! 😄

[@hellothereknownasunknownus6535]

I agree, the claim that price because it takes them ages to make but I saw a video and saw one produced in under an hour

[@noonaaa6489]

Totally agree why don't they make it strong

[@J04N4]

literally a piece of my retainer came off for the bottom set at the front 😭😭 like a big piece and one of my teeth don't have the plastic of the retainer at the bottom 😭😭

[@JJ-kg3wo]

Is it really ok to wear the retainer every second night? My daughter's retainer has crack, she won't be seen 3 weeks later? Also, will the cleaning makes more damage to the retainer?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

We recommend wearing the retainer every night! And cleaning with the proper material (soap + water) should not damage the retainer. Good luck!

[@aliastre]

Will my teeth shift if it split in half but still fits ?

[@imaginebozotheLVI]

I broke my top like 2 months ago, now I broke my bottom one, I’m scared to tell my parents :( edit: now i have to get braces again OOFERSSS

[@Vlad_Kalashnik]

Tell them or your parents will have to pay even more money to get the braces back on if your teeth move for not wearing your retainers because they broke. Speaking from my experience :)

[@imaginebozotheLVI]

I had to take them off anyways LOL

[@imaginebozotheLVI]

3 mothers ago in October lol

[@zoyaabbas9312]

Samee😭😭

[@semor6649]

mine has a REALLY small crack on the left front tooth, i do not feel my teeth moving at all. is that okay?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Likely ok...but still a good idea to have your orthodontist take a look to make sure everything is ok. Appreciate the question!

[@SuperBabygirl130]

My plastic retainer has a crack by the top molar. I’ve had my retainers since October. Would I be charged for a replacement if this is the first replacement? The office is still closed for COVID so I’m not sure what to do

[@GluckOrthodontics]

That's a great question! It all depends on why the crack happened. In our practice if the crack is due to a quality issue with the material, and it's only been 8 months since the retainer was made, we'd likely do a no-charge replacement. We'd suggest calling the office to make an appointment once they reopen to see about having a replacement made. Have a great week!

[@tabithathecat]

I have an active plastic retainer (don't know what kind but it's the one made of plastic that goes over your mouth) and one of the springs just went completely out of whack so that it's literally impossible to put in, is there any way to fix it myself? Or make a new one? It's 2am and if I take it out, come tomorrow I'll both need painkillers that I don't have and if I have to take it back to the orthodontist, I might face missing an exam I won't get another chance of retaking, so this is pretty much my only option. What should I do?

[@miltongutierrez8886]

bro im soo scared to tell my hispanic parents that i broke on of mines im so desperate to fix them myself

[@maxim6088]

My fucking cracked between the 1s and 2s while i was washing them... The fuck am i supposed to do

[@jayveidenheimer8343]

my retainer cracked on the left side and it still feels normal on most of my teeth, it just feels a bit more loose on teeth from the crack on to the left. there is not much of a difference in the feeling of it when it’s in. i’m nervous to tell my orthodontist because i don’t want them to get mad at me because they don’t think i’m wearing it enough. what should i do?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for checking in! We'd suggest going in to see your orthodontist for an appointment and let them take a look and see if the retainer can be repaired, or if it needs to be replaced. Good luck!

[@chuhlo1961]

How much does a new retainer cost?? Mine literally snapped in half and I'm scared to tell my mom if it is expensive!!!! Help!!

[@GluckOrthodontics]

That's a great question. It all depends on the office and location. You can likely call around and find out what people are charging in your area.

[@ivycampos6902]

I just got mine a few hours ago and they already cracked… I’m scared to call because the staff at my orthodontist are very judgmental. I honestly just took them off to eat, and when I went to put them back in it had a crack. I’m very scared to call.

[@nerasikic3728]

so did u need to replace it? thats what happened to me rn?

[@yourturningpoint777]

I was broke and couldn’t afford a retainer replacement and now I’m F’d. This video didn’t cover what to do.

[@hunterphilip6396]

My retainers cracked because of the case I got them in, it was a tight fit but it completely went over my head that they would actually crack

[@ashleygordon8740]

I just found mine in the middle of the parking lot and it’s ran over but still trying to superglue it with gorilla glue let you know how it turns out so far my fingers are stuck together

[@MusicLoverInTheSky]

I know it's been 3 years but mine just broke in half and I wanted to know your experience with glueing it. 😂

[@dutchmangolinde5469]

My retainer for the bottom teeth broke into two pieces I read online that you should not wear a broken but on KZbin I search up broke retainer and one video with 12k views says to still wear a broken retainer so I don't know what to do

[@jamestrybula3480]

I have the second example of what he showed, but on the inside, should I just keep it

[@sandrapirir9]

Mine cracked all the Way in the front!!!!! What should i do? (My mom already knows!)

[@nuggy2153]

Sameee

[@asianbowlofrice.2454]

Hey! I got my braces off last year January and I got my first pair of essix retainers in Early February last year. I lost that pair so I got a new one around late July. There’s a few scratches since I tend to clench my teeth at night but as far as I know there’s no major cracks or issues. Should I tell my parents or am I good to go?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

You are probably good to go! We see those scratches/wear facets in retainers when patients clench/grind. Kudos to you for wearing it!

[@asianbowlofrice.2454]

Thank you! I got a bit worried for a second.

[@LEGENDTRECE]

What if you move to a different country city or town from where you lived as a teen when your older and you don’t have the mould anymore?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Great question. In that case you'll need to see an orthodontist in your new town.

[@LEGENDTRECE]

@@GluckOrthodontics ok I wish myself good luck.

[@jaywhitaker2566]

I have a crack and its about to break in half and it’s 200$ per retainer

[@jaywhitaker2566]

I’m dead💀

[@GluckOrthodontics]

It's all good! One thought is to see if your orthodontist can create a 3D printed plastic tooth model along with a new retainer. That might offset some of the cost if you should ever need another retainer. Good luck!

[@emmagreen8593]

This is the second retainer I’ve crack 😥😥 I don’t know what to do

[@chickenloserd1591]

Sameeee :(

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Dang! That's no fun. We suggest taking the cracked retainer in to your orthodontist's office and let them check to see why it broke. They may make you a different kind with a stronger plastic. Keep us posted on what you end up doing !

[@Jonnyjames313]

How did you crack them

[@dyanaroldan2324]

Is there anything I can use to make a temporary retainer until I wait for my new one to come in ? I’m trying not to panic :( it’ll take at least 2-3 weeks for my new one to come in and I already feel my teeth shifting

[@Jxstvib1ng]

This was my issue I snapped my lower in 2 places cause I clench & grind in my sleep, so the wait time for my lower hawley retainer was nerve wracking . It’s minor movement but i kinda already want additional adjustments made again.

[@dylanmuldowney1472]

My retainer is almost completely broken. Bottom is in two pieces and top is missing the parts on both ends, and a huge whole on my front teeth, wish i knew that a whole was that bad earlier 😅. My teeth r already shifting 😑

[@gamers-xh3uc]

only one retainer has a crack in the top is really tiny and it doesn't affect anything i guess i will be in contact with the orthodontist like in 2-3 months can i still wear them

[@Ben-pi5ww]

Hello, my retainer cracked in the rear molars. I live in NJ, but my orthodontist is in NYC. Because there's a pandemic, I feel that it's too dangerous to make an appointment. Unfortunately, I don't remember having a digital model, rather I had a rubber-like mold to find the imprint of my teeth. That being said, is there anything I can do to fix the retainer?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Gotcha. Great question! There may be a local orthodontist in NJ who could see you to make a new retainer? Or, if the crack isn't too deep, you can likely keep wearing the retainer until you can get back to your orthodontist in NYC. Just be very careful removing it so that you do not make the crack bigger.

[@Alleycat_o9]

My parents paid so much money for my retainer and I’ve been wearing it for like a week then my dog just chewed it and it’s really damaged and bent and I don’t now what to do

[@4kZuZo]

bru just realised it snapped off a bit at the back and feels like it moved now i’m fucked

[@sarahelo009]

I’m gonna put some glue or tape on the outside. I don’t have the money and these retainers are only about half a year old. The place I went too is such a fkin scam.

[@obeychief3102]

my dentist are trying to charge me another 250$. saying it's not in my contract. bs

[@FintanFire]

Doctor, my plastic retainer has broken in 2 equal halves. I lost 1 some time ago and my mother csnt afford another one. Can I wear it even if it's broken in half?

[@abbeyestand]

CAN WE TAPE THE RETANER OR SUPER GLUE IT? ITS ALMOST ALL THE WAY THROUGH

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the question! We do not recommend tape or superglue!

[@cigarettez3474]

Don’t worry girl I’ma try it out wish me luck ✌🏼

[@abbeyestand]

@@GluckOrthodontics thank you! I don’t need my retainer anymore! Just got my braces on I’m in a lot of pain

[@charlaymildred366]

@@cigarettez3474 let me know please

[@Kevin-sm8pn]

No, lol.

[@zekmann]

I’m so scared. I broke mine from playing with it and now mine cracked again all of a sudden. I don’t play with them anymore! One small crack on the bottom and a bit longer one on the top. My parents will be so mad!! What should I do?!

[@SpacePipi]

I just got mine…. I tried taking it off and it snapped by the canine..

[@giannazoe1560]

i cracked mine right behind my 2 front teeth, i know my mom wont be too mad about the crack, but she will be super mad about the price to replace it or fix it. HELP

[@GluckOrthodontics]

That's a bummer! I'm sure she'd appreciate it if you ask how you can help her offset the cost to repair/replace. Maybe you can split the cost with her? That would be a nice gesture! Good luck.

[@yunusahmed5132]

How do orthodontists repair clear retainers? Do they use some sort of glue or something?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Clear retainers are tough to repair. Sometimes we can use a plastic "glue," but most of the time they'll need to be remade.

[@videogames4122]

My is cracked and is on the verge of breaking, idk how to fix it

[@sofialee2188]

Sir I have broke my retainer from middle and I'm kept wearing it is it fine ?I don't know I can get new one when from broken retainer

[@ifblueiwas4753]

How much would you say a replacement retainer for the bottom set would cost?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

$200-$300 is the range we have heard.

[@tarabrown740]

I was hoping I wouldn’t have to go to the office and jst get a new one sent to my house

[@littleconch]

My orthodontist doesn’t do digital impressions :( do you think it’s possible to get them to somehow make an impression out of my existing retainer? I feel like the perfect alignment of my teeth already exists within there and I’ve been wearing my retainer diligently so it wouldn’t be a tight fit at all.

[@strolledboar257]

Well frick it’s 2000 dollars for a new one why couldn’t I just get one of those metal retainers my cousin has I mean I’ve already snapped one in half in my mouth and the other two were cracked and had pieces falling off this is my fourth one and it’s about to snap in two too, just why are things so damn expensive

[@BabbaIsKool]

What if its holes. Like under the teeth.

[@justlooking3649]

What if you can’t get to an orthodontist for a couple of months

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Great question. If you're in a pinch, a boil & bite retainer/night guard from a drug store or Sporting Goods store can tide you over.

[@ILoveSlippers43]

If you don’t have any cleaning crystal packets left that you should’ve gotten with your Invisalign’s vivera retainer(s), I used a natural active charcoal toothpaste with a manual toothbrush. Sometimes I just use my oral b vitality electric brush also. My bottom one cracked (actually I had three-I got them after doing the trays about three/four years ago) and they all cracked in a spot where I have no tooth(molar). I am supposed to get a bridge there but pfft can’t afford that. And probably can’t afford a replacement either. I did have to get a new top one because a couple summers ago because they put a crown in my ine tooth and the ok’d retainer in top didn’t fit so at least they offered that one for free because I wasn’t aware of this at the time I got the dang crown. So be aware of that also if u get new dental work after your Invisalign treatment. 😊

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the comment! There are definitely recommended cleaning materials based on the type of plastic from which the retainer is made. We suggest asking your orthodontist what they recommend, because if you use a different product, they may not be willing to cover the cost of a repair/replacement if you were using a different material.

[@LiviaLucie]

If the retainers are in good condition how should they fit? Should they be snug or can they be loose where they will move up and down with little pressure and have to be bitten back into place?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Great question. They should fit snug over the teeth but not so tight that they hurt.

[@ajflame6102]

my retainer cracked down the middle and is super fragile one wrong move and that's about 500 pounds down the drain will this work and really cracked retainers? oh and down the middle i mean where your front teeth are the back of the to under between the front teeth

[@kara-eo7xm]

i had mine in the bottom of my school bag and i forgot about them all day and it snapped in half

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Awww man, that stinks! Maybe your orthodontist has an extra case for you?

[@znnzrrt4362]

My clear retainer is not cracked but very very slightly loose on one of my molars. It moves very slightly (just on the molar) when I press hard on it with my finger. Its very little and I randomly discovered it, should I be concerned? My ortho said its okay but I am worried that it cause eruption or others problems. Now we have the Lockdown here and I cant get a appointment...

[@GluckOrthodontics]

As long as your orthodontist isn't concerned, it's probably ok to leave it alone. Good idea to have it checked out by the Doctor if you do have any questions or notice any other changes. Good luck!

[@zoesalazar3278]

can we make are retainers smaller at home? my dentist is not the best they said there supposed to be big on you

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the question. We don't think it's possible to make retainers smaller at home. Most likely you'd need a new retainer to be made that fits properly!

[@aleeshaamo2199]

why would you wear your retainer less? just curious because i have movable teeth and i have been trying to wear my crack one more just in case. i have an appointment coming up but yeah why would i wear it less?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Less wear to prevent any breakage from getting worse. Basically, keep the retainer as intact as possible before you can get in to have a replacement made.

[@nayandipgiri7277]

Now I wearing set 1 alinger, but my previous alinger (set 0) is broken, what should I do?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

If you are in active treatment, you can keep going as long as the aligners are fitting and the teeth are tracking!

[@jhsnva]

Hello. I wore braces for 2 years and my teeth were straightened, but now I wear them in a transparent color(shown on the screen) so that they do not bend. I will be glad if you answer: The tip of the last tooth of my brace is broken like a crack. This is the tip of the last tooth in a small way. Can it cause a problem?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thank you for the question! Hard to tell what exactly is going on, so we suggest you make an appointment to see your dentist or orthodontist and have it checked out. Thank you!

[@JoseSanchez-in6li]

Hello if one of my front teeth slightly move after the treatment can the retainer move it back again?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

There's a good chance yes! It depends on how long ago the retainer was made. Your orthodontist can provide a more customized answer though. Thank you for reaching out!

[@milledrea4920]

I broke my retainer it split in half but the wire is still in place so they are still sort of held together by the wire. Will my teeth move?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Great question. It's hard to say although bonded retainers do a great job of preventing movement.

[@abdilahijama179]

I haven’t worn my retainers for 2 months after my braces I had 2 gaps wat should I do can I get braces again ofc

[@fizzlerman]

Try to wear them again constantly but if it’s still tight after constantly wearing it for like 2 weeks, ya probably need braces again 😢

[@mamatajena5152]

I use retainer for 7 month then my retainer break... Can i use again retainer

[@zaink_60]

Literally just broke mine on the molar

[@SafaSafa-bi6vf]

Hello... so i got braces and that caused my gums to get down on my teeth and there is this surgery to get rid of that ... do u do it after you make the retainers or before ?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thank you for reaching out. Usually we consult with the periodontist (gum surgeon) to decide when will be the best time to do the surgery. A lot of the time we make a retainer when the braces come off, then a new one after the surgery.

[@Lily-tz1hc]

i got my braces off in april, and i now have a small crack/hole above my canine from grinding/clenching my teeth at night, in addition, the retainer shape has been made flatter, should i worry about it or am i ok to go?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Great question. Canines are a common place to get "show through" or holes in the retainers because they take a lot of the lateral forces from grinding at night. Have your orthodontist check it out and see if the integrity of the retainer is still in good shape. Good luck!

[@jeevankaur5873]

is there any way to fix the retainers at home mine is cracke at the back part where the front of my tongue goes

[@abdullahraffa4596]

Same

[@GluckOrthodontics]

A problem with your "glued-in" bottom retainer should be taken care of by your orthodontist.

[@jeevankaur5873]

@@GluckOrthodontics it's a plastic retainer that I got after I had braces?? Is there anything I can do at home none of the spots were my teeth go are cracked

[@GluckOrthodontics]

@@jeevankaur5873 Oh! Ok gotcha. And so that back part is irritating your tongue, where it's cracked? We have had some retainers use a dremmel at home to polish rough edges, BUT, if you do that, you may damage the retainer such that it would need to be replaced. So be careful! Hope that helps. Let us know if you have any questions.

[@stayinurarea9975]

Hi , my top retainer got stepped on and it got really bent I tried to bend it back to place it moved a little but it’s still uncomfortable. And honestly I’m too scared to go to my orthodontist to get a new one. What should i do?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the question! Our recommendation is that you see either your existing orthodontist, or a new orthodontist in your town, to have them take a look at the retainer and see if you need a new one.

[@stayinurarea9975]

Gluck Orthodontics Thx for replying 🙏🏻

[@GluckOrthodontics]

@@stayinurarea9975 Our pleasure!

[@lospro1363]

Bruh I wear mines but they still move up

[@beth1882]

I literally got mine today and i took them out (how i was told to) and there is three cracks in it

[@Oki3309]

Oh I’m feel so sorry for you.

[@firststep934]

Lol

[@Hst10245]

Lol, I almost died because I choked on it

[@ruhikaambavaram4532]

I have a question idk if this is normal but I just got my retainers and my dentist said at the appointment that after three months I will get new ones I thought u only have one pair forver tho

[@GluckOrthodontics]

We tell our patients that the retainers we give them should last 18-24 months. That's based on the specifications from the plastic manufacturer. There's obviously some wiggle room there - some patients who grind their teeth will need new retainers sooner. And some patients, who are very diligent about keeping their retainers clean, may have them last a lot longer than 2 years.

[@Spanishxdoll]

My orthodontist told me to superglue my broken retainer

[@lizethcastillo9724]

I got my treatment with smilelove and now I believe they are out of business, and I broke my retainer in half today. Help! What can I do?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

What city do you live in? Any orthodontist office should be able to make you a new retainer.

[@lizethcastillo9724]

@@GluckOrthodontics I am in Illinois (Sterling) I will be checking on that! Thank you very much!

[@karmchohan7749]

My retainer is broke at the end at molar teeth. Is there any problem about it tell me doctor

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the question! We recommend that the retainer cover all of the teeth. So if it's broken and not covering one of the molar teeth, you may consider having a replacement made.

[@sofiabmad]

i’ve already been dismissed from the practice and i’m 11. i can’t get it fixed

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Dang! Well maybe they can make you a new one?

[@sofiabmad]

@@GluckOrthodontics I was terminated from the practice because my mom didn’t pay the fee

[@goblue2248]

@@sofiabmad Ahh, gotcha!

[@krizialaurente1972]

Mine cracked. I let my dentist know and they replaced it for free. I didn’t even know they would do it for free. I thought i had to pay 😭 i’ve lost them twice already!!

[@GluckOrthodontics]

That's awesome. You should write them a nice review to say Thank You :)

[@kazangap9548]

Hello doctor, my retainer broken into 2 pieces, and my front teeth are shifted badly. They seem as if i had no orthodontics before. Does it mean that i m going to have braces again?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Thanks for the message! It's definitely possible you may need orthodontic treatment again. Have you spoken to your orthodontist?

[@kazangap9548]

@@GluckOrthodontics thanks for reply. He says i m going to have it again. At 33, i m angry at him for not warning me about replacement retainer :(

[@karimeocanico6463]

i just got my retainer 2 weeks ago, and somehow my dog got it and she just moved the back. Do i still get a new one?

[@GluckOrthodontics]

Yes, it’s a good idea to go get a new one. Thanks for the question!