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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 here and there or can i stop? i'm 24
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I would think so: Were you told that you would need to wear a retainer for life? At 24 you are done growing and things are where they are at this point. Would ask your parent what they were told at the time or the last person who made your retainer. Or your orthodontist or dentist.
Answered 6/17/2017
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