I lost my retainer, and was wondering how much it is for a replacement- maybe my parents won't be as mad if it isn't too expensive.
2006-12-06 11:01:29 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
30 bucks
2006-12-06 11:02:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you had JUST completed your braces and lost or damaged your retainer, I could see someone making a new one for little more than the lab fee. They would still have useful models on hand. Of course, your orthodontist still has the models he made your original retainer on, but (trust me) a new retainer made on those models would not fit your mouth today. You will need a new impression - top and bottom - and then they can make a new retainer. You will then need an additional visit in the office to make sure it fits correctly and to make sure that the wire and clasps are adjusted correctly. THAT's why it will cost $300 or more.
2006-12-06 16:26:47 · answer #2 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to break it to you but retainers usually cost around $100-$200. But it all really depends on the retainer, different retainers cost different prices. It depends how much stuff they put on the retainer. Sometimes if you lose it for the first time the insurance company pays for it, but some don't. Better find it or not lose it again.
Good Luck!!!
2006-12-06 11:08:15 · answer #3 · answered by Janet 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My grand daughter lost her about 2 months ago and the replacement was $175
2006-12-06 11:09:50 · answer #4 · answered by Connie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both of mine cost nearly $600
2016-05-23 02:04:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is £25. Please be honest & tell your parents. You need your retainer to keep your teeth nice & straight. The quicker you tell them the better, I dont think they will be too cross with you,these things happen. Good luck
2006-12-08 08:46:52 · answer #6 · answered by chris 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Around 170$ for a new one.
2006-12-06 11:03:19 · answer #7 · answered by IndigoShades 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depend on your age and where you live in england it can be done for as little as £180 dont know in america and if in england and under 18 in full time education should be free
2006-12-06 11:03:38 · answer #8 · answered by julie t 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you working or in full or part time education? i was working when i got mine and i only paid £110. my foster sister is in full time education and got hers for free. it all depends on your circumstances, but i got told mine was one of the cheapest in the uk.
2006-12-06 11:11:54 · answer #9 · answered by steph_wright48 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check with your dentist, i am assuming a retainer is a brace??!!!
2006-12-06 11:03:00 · answer #10 · answered by SARA H 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋