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I would NOT recommend removing any adhesive (glue) from your old retainer at home as this could damage your teeth. I think your best option is to find an orthodontist who can remove the glue for you and discuss options for a new retainer (there are many different kinds of retainers). Long term studies have shown that everyone's teeth (even those who have never had their teeth straightened) have a tendency to crowd as we age (especially the bottom front teeth). The only way to prevent this is regular wear of a retainer. While there may be some cost associated with a new retainer, it will definitely be less expensive than having to undergo treatment again in the future when your teeth move!
While there MIGHT be some level of bone loss after removing wisdom teeth, it will have NO affect to your appearance.
Extracting teeth will make your mouth smaller, crowd your tongue and decrease your airway. I would rather see growth appliance with DNA aplliance or SARPE.
Your Dr removed 2nd premolars and aligned your teeth without changing the front to back positions of your front teeth. Essentially your face has not changed because only your back teeth moved, not your front teeth. Fear around facial change in conjunction with extractions is misguided at be...
