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Can I wear my orthodontic retainers after rhinoplasty?

I had my braces taken off 1 month ago and I need to strictly wear my retainers. I am 1 day post op rhinoplasty and I had osteonomies to narrow my nose. Is it safe to wear my retainers ? They put pressure on my entire face and I am extrmely worried that it will affect my rhinoplasty and cause my nose to be wide again or even crooked. I do not know what to do. Thank you in advance

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