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Once i remove the plastic residue from my teeth which wasnt cleaned properly after my braces were removed, will i need a new retainer?because there could be little gaps in my retainer from where the residual plastic was, and my retainer could loosen?
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Possibly. Your orthodontist should check the fit of the retainer to make sure your teeth won't shift.
Answered 4/20/2023
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