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I got braces when i was 12, got them taken out at 13. i wore my retainer as recommended. should i still wear them every once in a while? or can i stop
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Retainer: Bone changes constantly throughout life. As a result teeth will wander. Ideally retainer should be worn every night. If they feel tight when you put them in, they need to be worn more.
Answered 6/8/2018
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