Permanent retainer removal after over 20 years?

September 25, 2015
Asked By:amyw96 in Gladys, VA

I am curious is it safe to have my permanent retainer removed. I have had in place over 20 years after braces in high school. I am wondering if I will still after all this time have to worry about my teeth shifting?

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