instruction: hello doctor I have to wear wire retainers and every time I put them in I have a panic attack and break into tears I do not know what I should do
output: hello retainers are worn in two situations post braces treatment or for minor teeth alignment correction if you are wearing this after braces treatment there are two other types of retainers which you can opt for fixed wire retainers essex retainers clear plastic tray like a retainer the retainer which you have should have a passive fit after ortho treatment if they fit too tightly that needs to be adjusted to bring it to a passive fit please get back to your orthodontist and get it adjusted if you are uncomfortable with this retainer you can always opt for a different type but if you are wearing it for minor tooth alignment issues it should be a little tight again if uncomfortable this needs certain adjustments and do note the retainers need to be worn for the maximum duration as instructed by your orthodontist for it to become comfortable other times it should be stored in a container with water to prevent it from shrinking accidentally if the retainer is deformed or shrunken a little this could cause such difficulty in wearing however this can be adjusted by your orthodontist