ok i lost my retainer and my teeth  are moving already what do i do???
363424
Replace immediately\n\nWhy jeopordize $5K in treatment over a $350 dollar retainer.
903066
well first you should change your dentist!\n\nbuy a soft bristle toothbrush and just brush your teeth gently\n\nlisterine is good but can be a bit harsh for some people if their gums are sensitive.\n\ncolgate is a milder one\n\nmake sure you brush your teeth and mouthrinse a least twice a day and after eating.\n\ndont poke your teeth about with toothpicks etc \n\nive had this before and its worrying but if your dentist hasnt put your mind at rest then find a new one
931646
Go to a well stocked drugstore. You can get 'temporary filling' kits that will hold a crown in for quite a while until you can see a dentist.
1149190
Be brave and call the dentist.\n\nIn the meantime take Advil to help with pain and inflammation.
797855
This is called TMJ.  Your dentist can fit you with a mouth guard or you can pick one up at a local drugstore.  If a guard it not used you risk damaging your teeth good luck
478582
I had one too, and was told that once my wisdom teeth came in (or were taken out) I could get the retainer taken off.  I had mine taken off and the hygenist had a very difficult time getting the tartar off the backs of those teeth.  My advice to you is to get it taken off ASAP.
545479
I actaully had the same problem, i asked my dentist and he made a mouthpiece for me to wear at night. he said it is possible to push enough to make it fall out, though highly unlikely. my best advice would be to call you dentist. he may make you a plastic tray to wear when you sleep. it sould take about a week. good luck!
150246
braces apply mechanical pressure to ur teeth which leads to bone resorption on the side where the teeth are moved and bone deposition on the opposite. after the treatment, it is necessary to stabilise the teeth movement since bone remodelling continues for min 3-6 mths after the end of t/t. also there are certain ligaments and fibres present around the roots which have elastic properties. so these factors tend to get the teeth bak to their original position. retainers help stabilise the same so tht the new dental arrangement is retained. there are 100% chances of a relapse (original arrangement) without the use of retainers. \n       \npulling out 4 teeth does not have to do nething with retention, since they were pulled out to create space for the other teeth to move into suitable positions.\n      \n aesthetic retainers are available, that are tooth colored, u can get them made if u r conscious about ur looks.\n  \nin short, retainers are a must or else the ortho procedure wud be entirely uselss..
734838
Not after a month has passed.  Go back to the dentist before it leads to further problems.
775594
Yes you teeth will shift! You should go back to orthodontist and ask them what the best solution is. They might give you  another retainer that you can take in and out. Ask also about a retainer that you they glue on front teeth. I have on of this on my lower and upper teeth. It takes a little longer for me to floss, but I don't have to worry about to loose them or forget to put the retainer in.\nDon't wait to long. Schedule appointment as soon as possible. If you don't get your retainer your waisted your time, your money and pain that you had to go through while you were wearing your braces for many years. All that  just to be back in the same situtuation you were before you had your braces.
534577
Just go see your orthodontist.  They allow time in their schedules for "emergencies" like that.  They can take you asap.  It's free and takes them 2 seconds to fix.  I wouldnt suggest fixing to yourself b/c you may mess something up.  If you're due soon to see the orthodontist for your monthly visit anyway, then it would be ok to fix it yourself.
805028
If your teeth are not really messed up, you might be a candidate for Invisalign.  Go to http://www.invisalign.com/generalapp/us/ and look them over.  You can get the name of a dentist near you.  Maybe your own dentist is already Invisalign certified.\n~
124611
You can rub a little bit of whiskey on it ... or ambesol.  Check with a dentist .... may be time for them to come out.
1034960
I broke my tooth a while back on a mcdonalds french fry... nice huh, anyways i didnt do anything i did get some wax for your mouth that helps it from cutting your tongue or gums, but they do have temp fillings at like walmart that will get you by until you go to the dentist but you really should talk with them alot of times if you put the busted part in your own spit or in milk (dont rinse it) they can usually put it back on....... good luck!
760021
I have braces right now and they only hurt for about four days. I also have two permanent retainers and they are pretty terrible. They aren't regular retainers, they glue them into your mouth. Drink milkshakes when you get them on. It numbs your gums and it soothes them too. \n\nWhat not to eat:\nGum (if you have to chew gum chew a sugarless kind)\nThings with caramel\nHard candy\nStarburst\nSkittles\nOther gummy candy\nNuts\nCorn on the cob (corn is fine as long as it isn't on the cob)\nApples and carrots (unless cut into peices)\n\n\n\nAnother thing: Don't put pens or pencils into your mouth. They can break brackets. \n\n\nI have never broken a bracket yet, but my bands have come loose and I have had a wire snap and they can hurt. (They were from eating Starburst) Just remember they don't hurt for too long, you will live, they will come off sometime. You will get used to your braces after a little while and you won't be able to feel them. Good luck!
613116
How many teeth did you lose?  That makes a difference in deciding whether you should go with a partial, or a full denture.  Implants are an option, but as someone already mentioned, they are expensive-- about a grand per tooth.  A partial is not a bad thing.  A denture is not a bad thing.  You would be amazed at how many hollywood smiles you see that are really nothing but gums behind it all.  You should considr this a blessing rather than a curse, as you are now "forced" to get the perfect smile.  Don't fret. If the rest of your teeth that remain after the accident, are in need of dental assistance, keep them if you can afford to do so, but if not-- lose them and create your own smile and make the rest of the world envy it.  No one has to know, and it's nothing to be ashames of.  Getcha' grill done!  It's all about presentation.  I went down to Matamoros, Mexico to get my grill done.  I saved a ****load, and had a blast in the "mercado", drinkig Margaritas at the same time.  If you want my dentist's number, call me.  radio.djay@yahoo.com
995601
You can talk to either your dentist and they might recommend an oral surgeon to go to so that they can check your wisdom teeth.  Even though it isn't causing any pain they might recommend having them taking out because it causes your teeth to shift (at least thats what happened to me).