Changing retainers too quickly after Invisalign?

I am wondering if it is absolutely necessary to wear the retainers for 2 weeks, sometimes I change them in 10-12 days because they fit well. What happens when you change them too quickly and move on?

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2 answers to “Changing retainers too quickly after...”

A: Do not skip ahead of your Invisalign aligners

Michael J. Thomas, DDS

Your end result will not be on track if you speed up your own treatment times..Its actually a good thing to wear them a bit longer (16 days) before moving forword with the next aligner. Please discuss your actions next time you go in to see your doctor.

A: Stay with old aligners for 2 weeks to be certain

Daniel W. Schiavone, DDS

I think you mean "aligners".  Retainers are something different. Your teeth might be moving fast enough to get away with this. Everyone is different. If ever a new aligner doesn't seat completely or seats with difficulty, stay with the old one for the full two weeks.

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