Fixing a new retainer

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I got my ivisiline retainers after two years of braces on Friday. On saturday I left for an out of town vacation and have noticed throughout the day that there is a sharp edge on it that is cutting my tongue. Is there anything I can do without damaging it while on vacation?

Tanya Vaysman, DMD · Answer

A nail file can often help smooth out the rough edge before
you can see your dentist so that you don't miss time on wearing it.

Charles Briscoe, DDS · Answer

Sharp edges are certainly an annoyance on oral appliances. You could smooth the sharp edges off with a nail file or an emery board or even a piece of sandpaper.  Clean the retainer after doing that. see your dentist when you get back home.

Fixing a new retainer

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