A: This is a great question! For a young person that completes orthodontic care around age 14-15, retainer wear is very important. I recommend full-time day and night wear for 3-6 months. Exceptions to wear are eating, brushing and sports.
Thereafter, a retainer should be worn only at night while sleeping until about age 22. At this time, we can be reasonably certain that growth is complete and the retainer can be worn on a reduced schedule.
The only way to be certain of maintaining alignment is, unfortunately, lifetime wear. But a retainer is an easy insurance policy to maintaining a healthy and great-looking smile.
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