How Long Should You Wear a Retainer After Braces

Escondido Family Dental Care & Specialty Center12 May, 2025Health

Learn how long you need to wear a retainer after braces to keep your smile straight and healthy Find out what orthodontists recommend for lasting results. At first, you’ll likely need to wear your retainer full-time. Most orthodontists recommend wearing it 22 hours daily for the first few months. After that, you may switch to only wearing it at night. However, many people need to wear their retainers for several years.