{"id":212,"date":"2025-04-17T17:27:42","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T17:27:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/?p=212"},"modified":"2025-04-17T17:27:42","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T17:27:42","slug":"how-often-should-you-replace-your-retainer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.superbracesworcester.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/17\/how-often-should-you-replace-your-retainer\/","title":{"rendered":"Curious When You Should Replace Your Retainer? Read this!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Did you know that upwards of 50% of patients experience orthodontic relapse? This is the phenomenon where teeth begin to move out of their properly aligned positions in the months or years after braces. Fortunately, there\u2019s an orthodontic appliance<\/a> that can help prevent that from happening: a retainer. So, make sure to wear it every night while you sleep and replace it as needed. If you\u2019re unsure how often you should replace your retainer, simply read on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

First, How Long Do Retainers Usually Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Typically, retainers last between five and 10 years. The best way to prolong the lifespan of yours is by caring for it properly. More specifically, patients are encouraged to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n