I just got my braces off today. My orthodontist put a fixed (permanent) retainer on the back of my four front top teeth. Everytime I go to bite down or chew my bottom teeth hit the glue and I can't bite down all the way nor can I chew.
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April 27, 2015
Answer: Can my orthodontist file down the glue on a permanent retainer
If you have had some slight movement, your retainer may be able to take care of it. If you can fit it all the way in, that is a good sign. I'd wear it full time until the pressure goes away. It might be several weeks. If it doesn't take care of the problem, or if you...
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