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    How often should I wear my retainer after braces?

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    I was about 12 when I got my braces taken off and given a retainer. As far as I remember I did fairly okay wearing my retainer as instructed until several years passed. I asked my orthodontist how often I should wear my retainer (like once a week? once a month? etc..) I didn't really get a "solid" answer just, "forever/rest of your life". I'm 27 now, and I have worn my retainer various times since then (maybe twice a year at night?) -I'm starting to look into my health and would really like to know the answer to this question. I've been wearing my retainer every night now for (almost) two months. They're not as tight as they used to be, but I feel like they are a bit tight. My question is, how often should I wear my retainer after they don't feel tight at all? I feel like I need a clear answer (other than something vague) otherwise I'll just forget all about and probably end up in a jam. Is once a month too little? How should they feel on me? (snug, or "loose"?) -thank you!
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