Retainers and stable resultsQuestion after the braces come off

Do I have to wear my retainers all the time?

Answered byDr Ivelina Ivanova-Koycheva, Orthodontist (MSc)Master's degrees in orthodontics in Rome and in aligner treatment in Turin, international lecturerPublished on 12 November 2026

Retainers are worn according to a schedule. In the first 6 months after the end of active orthodontic treatment, we recommend wearing them during the day as well. After 6 months, wear is most often reduced to nights only, which doesn’t affect your daily life.

This answer is for general information. Your own case needs an examination by an orthodontist.