Front two teeth moving after braces

[fenderguitar]

Yesterday I had my braces removed after 5 long years! I had molds taken for a Hawley Retainer and will go back in 6 days to pick it up. For the time being I have no retainer. In the past 24 hours my teeth have already moved (there is a small, but noticeable space between my two front teeth) I know that movement happens during this time, but is this too much movement in too short a period of time? Thanks.

[mikeg]

The hawley retainer will most likely tighten you back up. They can be adjusted too to be tighter if needed.

Sounds like I don't have to tell you to wear them 24/7 Any before/after pics?

[fenderguitar]

thanks for responding.. yeah I can try and put up pictures - but I will wait until my retainer comes so they will be straight again . I can tell you it is quite a transformation though - 3 phases consisting of braces, the herbst appliance, and braces again!

And just to ease my mind - it is ok for my teeth to actually be sore right now? I hate to see this gap in my front teeth after all the time in braces haha.

[Sunny]

Your teeth are most likely sore for two reasons ... one because your braces have just been removed ... this can be quite a tough experience on them. Second is due to them settling in ... moving.

Good luck with your retainers!