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My retainer is pressing against my right upper gum bone. it is pressing quite hard and it leaves wire line trace on gum. is that normal or should i see dentist for adjustment?

Q: my retainer is pressing against my right upper gum bone. it is pressing quite hard and it leaves wire line trace on gum. is that normal or should i see dentist for adjustment?

: The pressure on your bone from your retainer is causing you this discomfort. A simple adjustment is all that's needed. In meantime place a little Ora gel or xylocaine ointment on area till you see your dentist for an adjustment. Continue your hygiene care.

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Dr. Robert Trager answered

The pressure on your bone from your retainer is causing you this discomfort. A simple adjustment is all that's needed. In meantime place a little Ora gel or xylocaine ointment on area till you see your dentist for an adjustment. Continue your hygiene care.

Answered 8/7/2023

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Have the retainer adjusted.

Answered 8/8/2023

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Please return immediately to the Dentist or Orthodontist who made your retainer for San adjustment.

Answered 8/12/2023

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A member asked:

My retainer is pressing against my right upper gum bone. it is pressing quite hard and it leaves wire line trace on gum. is that normal or should i see dentist for adjustment?

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Robert Trager answered

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

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