Retainers

Wear your retainers full time, until Dr. Diehl instructs otherwise.
Take your retainers out when eating, and always put retainers in their case! (Most appliances are lost in school lunchrooms or restaurants.)
Clean retainers thoroughly once a day with a toothbrush and toothpaste. Use cold or warm but not hot water. Brushing retainers removes the plaque, and eliminates odors. When retainers are not in your mouth they should ALWAYS be in a retainer 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 them faster.
Retainers are breakable, so treat them with care. If retainers are lost or broken call us immediately.
Always bring your retainers to your appointments.
Remove retainers when swimming.
Keep retainers away from hot water, hot car dashboards, pockets, the washing machine and napkins.
If you have any questions or concerns about your retainers, or your retainers need adjusting, call us. Do not try to adjust them yourself. With proper care they will last for years!