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It depends on where the crack is located and how large the crack is. I have seen small cracks at the very back of the retainers that I was able to remove for the patient. This was a simple fix to allow the patient to continue using the same retainer. I have also seen cracks between the teeth which compromise the fit and effectiveness of the retainer. Keep in mind that the lifespan for these clear retainer materials is 16-24 months. So, if your retainer is older than 2 years, it would be best to purchase a new one from your orthodontist.
You are absolutely correct. Extracting only one premolar would leave your midline (contact point between your upper two front teeth) off centered from your face. I would STRONGLY recommend that you not have ANY teeth removed. Your problem is obviously overly crowded teeth but it's not because...
There is a relatively new palatal expansion appliance that was developed to address your specific issue. Do a search for DNA appliance. This is a wonderful appliance that will expand your palate and open your premolar extraction sites and give you the broad, beautiful smile you deserve.Good luck!
Do you wish you had longer legs? real blond hair? These are inherited traits that nothing can change. In the same way some people have narrow facial structures and narrow dental arches. Orthodontists can change the arch shape a little, but trying to give a patient with narrow features a broad...
