If I wear my Invisalign retainer 24 hrs a day will my teeth straighten out or will that make them worse? (Photo)

February 7, 2015
Asked By:Bleighdongen in Orlando, FL

After finishing all of my trays I was given my retainer and told I only had to wear it at night, slowly this front tooth starting going back to its original position and I gave up on wearing the retainer at night. Now I'm regretful. Should I try forcing my retainer? Over night or 24hrs/day ?

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February 9, 2015

Answer: Try to Wear your Last Aligner

February 9, 2015

Answer: Try to Wear your Last Aligner

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