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[|Human|] I have had a permanent retainer for over 6 years. Every now and then my lower teeth (only the ones fixed by the retainer) hurt. It hurts to talk, breathe, or bite down with my front teeth. Tylenol, Asprin, etc. dont help at all. Is this caused by my retainer?
[|AI|]  Hello and welcome. Thanks for sharing your concern. It appears from the history that your retainers are causing tissue impingement. That means, it is exerting undue force on your gums and teeth and surrounding tissue. It requires being either changed with new dimensions or clinical adjustments are needed. Please remember retainers must retain the teeth and tissues in its original place. Force applied in wrong direction can damage the tissues. Please revisit your orthodontist and discuss it. It requires attention.Meanwhile, you can apply colonel in the affected areas. Thanks. Take care