You Have to Take Care of Your Retainer!

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Your retainer is a very important part of your Orthodontic treatment. It's important to use these tips to keep your treatment right where you want it!
  • Wear your retainer at all times, until the doctor instructs otherwise.
  • Take your retainer out when eating, and always put it back in its case! (Most appliances are lost in school lunchrooms or restaurants.)
  • Clean the retainer thoroughly once a day with a toothbrush and toothpaste. Use warm but not hot water. Brushing retainers removes the plaque, and eliminates odors. Efferdent® or other orthodontic appliance cleaners can be used but do not take the place of brushing.
  • When your retainer is not in your mouth, it should ALWAYS be in its case. Pets love to chew on them!
  • Initially, you may find it difficult to speak. Practice speaking, reading, or singing out loud to get used to it faster.
  • Retainers are breakable, so treat yours with care. If your retainer gets lost or broken, call our orthodontists in Uniontown, McMurray & Pittsburgh, PA immediately.
  • If you have any questions or concerns about your retainer, or you believe it needs adjusting, call us. Do not try to adjust it yourself.
  • Always bring your retainer to your appointments.
  • Retainer replacements are expensive, but with proper care they will last for years!
  • Remove your retainer when you go swimming.
  • Keep retainers away from hot water, hot car dashboards, pockets, the washing machine, and napkins.

Testimonials

- GAGE C.

Uniontown

"My three sisters and myself have all come here for our orthodontics care and we couldn’t be happier. Between the four of us we had experienced it all, traditional braces, expanders, Invisalign and all the results were amazing! You will always see us smiling!"

- GABBY H.

Uniontown

"1st class care from Dr. Sepic and his entire staff. Highly recommend Sepic & Madison Orthodontics to anyone requiring orthodontic services in the South Hills area."

- PATIENT

Pleasant Hills

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