Can You Drink Anything on Clear, Essix, Rivera Retainers?

I know people should not eat meal with them on, but can they eat desserts, or small sweets on them or they have to take them out? Also, is it ok to...

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Fixed or Essix Retainer for Gapped Teeth? (photo)

I'm 26 years old, and got my braces 13 months ago and should have them taken off within 2 weeks. I had big spaces between my teeth. My ortho...

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Problem With Protruding Incisor And Essix

My ortho recommended I do upper arch only n added "our teeth get crowded as we age". I assume he said that coz he saw my lower incisor...

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Do Essix Retainers Fix an Overjet?

I got essix retainers after my braces were taken off when I was 13. I rarely wear them, but I was wondering if I start wearing them more often will...

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Can I Drink Alcohol with my Retainer?

I was given my clear retainer (Essix I belive) a few days ago, to wear daily, taking it out for meals, drinks and brushing my teeth. I plan to go out...

Need Replacement Essix Retainer?

I have an Essix retainer that I have worn on a regular basis since the conclusion of my orthodontic treatment in 2009. I have since moved out of state...