Hi, I have Hawley retainers but I feel like my teeth shift _more_ in them than without them. Is this possible? My hypothesis is that the pressure from the retainers + grinding and tongue thrusting on the acrylic is causing them to move and since the Hawley doesn't cover all surfaces of the teeth, they're able to. Some movements I notice include teeth flaring and extrusion.
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You are an ideal candidate for clear aligner therapy (Invisalign, etc.). Clear aligners are more comfortable to wear than braces and much more hygienic.
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