Retainers are designed to last for 6 months under normal use and maintenance conditions. Retainers will fit if they are:
o Worn nightly.
o Cleaned and maintained as directed.
o Within their use period.
o Unaltered and undamaged.
AND
o Teeth are not altered by dental treatment, or for any other reason (intentionally or unintentionally).
If your retainer does not seat on your teeth fully and evenly for any other reason:
o Do not continue to wear your retainer, And
o let us know right away.
We will arrange for you to provide us with new impressions. We will ask you to pay just for the new impressions and shipping, and you will remain in the Lifetime Smile program and enjoy all its benefits.
Habitual jaw clenching or grinding shortens the lifetime of retainers. If you suffer or suspect that you are suffering from those conditions, you must inform us and obtain treatment accordingly.