Summary: I got my retainer replacements, for free!
The Monday after I had lost my retainers at a restaurant, I called the orthodontist's office and made an appointment for later in the day. During the call, I had confirmed that they will need to make new impressions and a new mold as they don't keep them.
I showed up at 430pm, brushed my teeth and was then immediately called to be seated. Shortly after my orthodontist came over and didn't really ask how I lost it, but he was the nicest guy when he said he would waive my fee as it was the first time. However, he had forgotten I had removable lower retainers cause he said it would have been about $200. So, I corrected him and said, I also lost my lower ones. He paused but said he'd waive those too!! This definitely made my week!! I left after the impressions were made and was asked to come on Thursday (that is only 3 days later).
Today I showed up and got my retainers fitted and got myself a new case as well. The retainers actually fit so much better than my old ones for some reason. A lot more snug and a little harder to remove because the wires seem to hug my teeth a little more. I don't really think my teeth moved because I feel no pain nor discomfort (besides the regular annoyance of having something in my mouth 24/7. It actually felt great to get my retainers back.
As I left, the receptionist stopped me and said I had won the monthly raffle for movie tickets! That was just icing on the cake. At my ortho they do monthly movie raffles and I guess after 2 years, I finally won!
Let's hope I don't lose these new retainers.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
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$200? OMG.. expensive :) In my country it cost about $80.
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Wow super lucky day that was! You have a very generous orthodontist and congrats on your new retainers. Don't lose them again, your orhto might not give you another one for free next time :)
ReplyDeleteA new retainer and free movie tickets in one day? That’s great! But regarding your retainers, it is a common mistake among dental patients. Make it a priority to remember where you put your case. When you are dining out, be sure to keep it close to you. Don’t place it on a tray. Instead, keep it inside your case. Also make it a habit to keep your oral device in top condition by cleaning it before and after you eat.
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So far I have not lost my retainers and it has been almost 2 months! To play is safe, I actually don't bring it with me if I know I'll be going out to each. I think not wearing the retainers for 8 hrs is better than losing them. I wear them once I get home and don't feel much tightness so I think it is okay. Anybody do the same?
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