What to Do If Your Retainers Don’t Fit Right

Your retainers are the key to protecting the smile you worked hard—and paid a lot—to achieve. When they don’t fit correctly, your teeth can start to shift in as little as a few days, undoing months or years of orthodontic work.

At FOREVERSMILE, with locations in San Antonio and across South Texas, we help patients get back on track quickly and affordably when their retainers no longer fit as they should.

Why Retainers Stop Fitting Properly

Even the highest-quality retainers can lose their shape over time. Common causes include:

• Heat Exposure – Leaving retainers in a hot car, near a heater, or in boiling water can warp the plastic.
• Accidental Damage – Dropping them, chewing on them, or improper cleaning methods can distort the fit.
• Improper Use – Not wearing retainers as directed can allow teeth to shift, making the retainer feel too tight or loose.

When a retainer isn’t fitting right, it can’t do its job—and forcing it into place can damage both the retainer and your teeth.

Why a Replacement Is Critical

Once a retainer no longer fits, wearing it won’t keep your teeth aligned. Even small shifts can lead to bite issues, gaps, or crowding that may require costly orthodontic retreatment.

Ordering a replacement as soon as possible is the only way to ensure your teeth stay in their ideal position. And with the FOREVERSMILE Retainer Assurance Program, replacing your retainer is fast, simple, and budget-friendly.

Why Choose FOREVERSMILE?

Orthodontic treatments can cost between $3,000 and $7,000. Retainers are your insurance policy, keeping your smile straight and saving you from expensive corrections later. Our patients enjoy lifetime access to replacement retainers for a fraction of the usual cost—no hidden fees or costly lab bills. Other reasons to choose FOREVERSMILE:

• Convenience & Peace of Mind: Lost, poor-fitting or broken retainer? No problem. We can ship a replacement quickly without requiring new impressions or an in-office visit.
• Multi-Use Retainers: Your FOREVERSMILE retainers aren’t just for keeping teeth in line—they can also be used as night guards to protect against teeth grinding and as whitening trays for brightening your smile.
• Digital Retainer Technology: We store your 3D digital impression securely, so we can create a new retainer at any time without repeat scans.
• Exclusive Savings: If your teeth shift while you’re without retainers, FOREVERSMILE patients receive 15% off corrective treatment.

Serving San Antonio and South Texas Communities

Whether you’re in San Antonio, New Braunfels, Corpus Christi, Laredo, McAllen, or anywhere across South Texas, FOREVERSMILE makes keeping your smile easy and stress-free. Our Retainer Assurance Program ensures that you’re never left without the protection your teeth need.

Get Back on Track Today

If your retainers don’t fit right, don’t wait—the longer you go without a proper fit, the greater the risk of teeth shifting. Contact your nearest FOREVERSMILE location in San Antonio or throughout South Texas to order your replacement retainer today.

With FOREVERSMILE, keeping your smile perfect is simple, affordable, and always within reach.