Summer often brings travel, schedule changes, and carefree routines—but your orthodontic care shouldn’t take a vacation. Whether you’ve just completed braces or aligner treatment, wearing your retainer as directed is crucial to protect your results. Summer habits start here, and that includes staying consistent with your dental care.

Why Retainers Are Non-Negotiable

Retainers help your teeth stay in their new positions while your bone and gum tissue adjust. Without them, your teeth can begin to shift back—undoing months or even years of hard work. Even missing a few nights can set your progress back, especially during the critical retention phase.

Stay on Track This Summer

The relaxed summer mindset can make it easy to forget about wearing your retainer. Make it part of your nighttime routine by storing it next to your toothbrush or setting a phone reminder. If you’re traveling, bring your retainer case and a cleaning kit with you so you never miss a night.

What to Watch For

If your retainer feels tight or uncomfortable, it might be a sign that your teeth are already shifting. Don’t wait—schedule an appointment right away. And if your retainer is lost or damaged, replacing it quickly is key to preventing relapse.

Keep Your Smile for Life

Wearing your retainer isn’t just a short-term task—it’s part of a lifelong smile maintenance plan. The more consistent you are now, the easier it will be in the long run.

Don’t let your smile slip away this season. Summer habits start here—so schedule your retainer check or replacement today at Profound Orthodontics! Call us in Oakland County, MI to visit one of our three locations. You can also make an appointment online.