Lost my retainer but don't have enough money to fund for another, will my teeth be okay?

I recommend asking your current dentist for some type of payment plan to help you with the cost of the retainer. If he/she refuses, I would shop around to some other dental offices, looking for prices on a retainer and payment options.  Not wearing a retainer, immediately after braces is like building a house and leaving the roof off.  Eventually, it will rain and destroy your whole investment.  In your case, your teeth are unprotected and they will eventually move and destroy your whole investment.  Good luck to you and I hope this helps. You can "Follow" me on Real Self to ask more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMD

Since your braces just came of your teeth are still very
mobile and there will definitely be some shifting in the begging unless you
have something to hold them in place. The
cost of the new retainer is certainly less than having to undergo additional treatment.

Your teeth will almost definitely shift out of alignment very quickly. I would try to get a ew retainer ASAP. It will save you lots ofmoney in the long run.And then, don't lose it!

You should ideally get a new retainer right away (Although it does depend on the severity of your original tooth alignment). The cost of a new retainer is far less than having some limited retreatment for excessive tooth movement. At the very least you can plead you case to your orthodontist, and they may help you out. Good luck!