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The edge of non-sharp, metal-less retainer is bothering my tongue. please help?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Try: A finger nail file on the offending area of the retainer and remember less is more so take your time filing.
Answered 6/30/2020
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Best: The best thing to do is to return to your provider for an adjustment, and the sooner the better. Second best is to try to smooth, gently, a little bit at a time, the sharp area with an emery board/nail file.
Answered 5/18/2017
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See orthodontist: They can trim your plastic (AKA essix) retainer to be more comfortable.
Answered 5/19/2017
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