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What does my permanent retainer hurt my teeth?
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It shouldn't: Have the orthodontist who fabricated it examine it for a proper fit.
Answered 9/25/2013
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Shouldn't: Retainers are passive, not active. They should not hurt. Hopefully you are seeing a qualified orthodontic specialist. Go back to have retainers checked and adjusted. If retainers hurt, may be causing untoward movement.
Answered 9/25/2013
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