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Unable to fix the retainers.

2017-11-27 17:58:07
I am unable fix the retainers given to me by myself, it gets lossened up eventually. Can u suggest a method doc, to fix it up myself?
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Get a fixed retainer, no need of removal and wearing ...

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Removable Retainers are of different types. If its a Hawley’s plate and you are not able to fixit yourself,visit your nearest dentist and get it adjusted.

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