I'm concerned that my Essix retainer may crack my veneers when removing. I wear the retainer at night and remove in the morning.

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I had an Essix retainer made for my new dental veneers. I was using a Hawley retainer before getting the veneers. I'm removing the retainer from the back teeth first and then moving forward, but it's a tight fit and it doesn't come off smoothly. Will the retainer loosen up a bit in time? I don't want to crack my veneers.

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

It won't loose up over time. If you feel it is too tight, have your dentist adjust it. I highly doubt it would crack the veneers, but it may cause them to come off.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Clincail exam is necessary to evaluate the retainer.  Its best for you to go back to the dentist that made the retainer to check the pressure on the veneers.Best,Dr. Maddahi

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