My clear retailer snapped in two, will it still work? (Photos)

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My clear retailer snaped in two. The crack is right next to my front tooth. Theres no missing peices and it fits back perfectly in place. Will it still stop my teeth from shifting? I really cant afford to buy a new one.

Mark Humphrey, DDS, MS · Answer

Continue to wear your retainer as directed by your orthodontist.  The teeth at the site of the crack can drift apart, causing spacing to develop or they can become crowded in that area.  Ideally, a new retainer would need to be made to make sure no issues develop, but I understand that finances always play a role in orthodontic treatment.  I would make sure that if you cannot afford a new retainer, that you continue to see your orthodontist at regular intervals so they can verify that no changes have occurred at the site of the crack.

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