Lost retainers, how long before teeth move back

If you have finished with your orthodontic treatment and are wearing retainers (or will be soon), this is a special place to connect with others in your (enviable) situation. Ask a question or make a comment about life post-braces.

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kev187
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Lost retainers, how long before teeth move back

#1 Post by kev187 »

Hi guy's. i have worn both my hawley retainers for 8 months now but i lost my lower retainers (which were hawley spring retainers) 2 months ago. i am about to pay for replacements but i wanted to know by by not wearing my lower retainers for two months would it move my teeth back or do i still have time?

loradora
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#2 Post by loradora »

kev187 wrote:Hi guy's. i have worn both my hawley retainers for 8 months now but i lost my lower retainers (which were hawley spring retainers) 2 months ago. i am about to pay for replacements but i wanted to know by by not wearing my lower retainers for two months would it move my teeth back or do i still have time?

I wouldn't waste any time. They move pretty quickly.
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Airlberdrm
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Re: Lost retainers, how long before teeth move back

#3 Post by Airlberdrm »

Yeah,you are right...I agree with you.And I like that way very much...

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