Taking care of your retainers doesn't have to be difficult and neither does wearing them. Remember that when you brush your teeth you should alson brush or clean your retainer as well.Rinse it with water and put them back in the mouth or in its case. The safest place for your retainers is in your mouth. When you do take out your retainers, be sure to follow these tips:

> Never wrap your retainers in a napkin, paper towel or tissue because they will more than likely get thrown away. In fact, I lost one this way.

> Don't ever put your retainers in your pockets or loose in your purse. They are sure to get broken.

> Last but not least, don't leave your retainers sitting around. Children are curious about them and dogs love to eat them up. My dog thoroughly enjoyed mine for dinner one time.