Spring is here – which means it’s not just your home and wardrobe that deserve a refresh. While you’re busy decluttering, donating, and dusting, there’s one important item you probably haven’t added to your spring clean checklist: your retainer.
That little piece of plastic that keeps your teeth aligned, deserves some attention too.
Does Your Retainer Need Replacing?
Take a closer look at your retainer.
Is it:
- Looking cloudy, stained, or discoloured no matter how much you clean it?
- Cracked, warped, or not fitting as snug as it used to?
- Feeling worn out after years of use?
If you answered “yes” to any of the above, it’s time to consider a replacement retainer.
Why Retainers Wear Out Over Time
Retainers aren’t designed to last forever. Just like the tyres on your car, they naturally wear down with everyday use. Factors that contribute include:
- Daily chewing pressure
- Frequent cleaning
- Natural changes in your bite over the years
Retainers typically need to be replaced every couple of years to do their job properly. If you’re still using an old, worn one, it’s a bit like driving on tyres with no tread – risky and ineffective.
Risks of Wearing an Old Retainer
A worn-out retainer can do more harm than good. If it’s cracked or misshapen, it may:
- Stop holding your teeth in their correct position
- Cause discomfort or even pain
- Allow small shifts in your teeth, undoing the effort you put into straightening your smile
Replacement Retainers at Urban Smile
The good news? Replacing your retainer is simple at Urban Smile Melbourne. Our team will:
- Check your teeth and bite
- Take fresh digital scans
- Fit you with a new clear retainer designed to keep your smile exactly where it should be
And if your teeth have already started to shift a little? Don’t worry, our clear aligner treatment plans can gently guide your smile back into place.
Add “Check My Retainer” to Your Spring To-Do List
This spring, alongside swapping out winter clothes and giving your home a refresh, don’t forget to book in for a replacement retainer. If it’s looking a little worse for wear, visit one of our 5 Urban Smile studios across Melbourne.
Your smile deserves the same seasonal glow-up as everything else in your life.
Don’t wait until your teeth start to shift – book your replacement retainer appointment today with Urban Smile.