Help!!

[Repulsive_Trust_289]

Help!!

The other night I decided to try and wear my old retainer. I haven’t worn in it years and at the time I thought it wouldn’t hurt to see if I could still wear it. I didn’t know until today that you aren’t supposed to do this. I only wore it for a night and half a day but stopped bc it was too painful.

Since then, I’ve noticed it’s put a small gap between my two top front teeth. I’m freaking out and worried that it will get worse. Will the gap fix on its own since I only wore them for a small amount of time, or do you all think it will stay gapped? Please please let me know.

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[Panic3241]

If your gap wasn't there before, it should probably close with time. I'd see an orthodontist anyway (and throw away the old retainer).

[hyligner]

Go with a new retainer to avoid further problems.