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I broke my top retainers in the last two molars. i cant afford getting a new one since i have already had the free replacement for them first i want to know if i will be ok since it still covers majority of my teeth but the back two molars?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Same question, same answer... your teeth may shift if the retainer is not engaging onto all of your teeth. Try to have a new retainer fabricated.

Answered 1/22/2023

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Dr. Dinh Bui answered

Yes. The back molars should be stable by now and since it has multiple root, it will not unless the bite is incorrect.

Answered 1/26/2023

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Not good. If some teeth are not being retained, not covered, they may over-erupt and thereby prevent the retained teeth from coming together when you chew. See the Dentist or (hopefully) Orthodontist who treated you for fabrication of a new set. Perhaps he/she can put you onto a payment plan. Then modify the behavior that caused the breakage.

Answered 2/1/2023

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