Just got my retainer

Question

i am like choking on it all the time and cant talk right or eat right with it. The orthodontist said to keep it in for 6 months and i have to wear it unless i am brushing my teeth. I really cant eat and I'm so hungry. What can i do without ruining my teeth.

Answer 1

You should always take it out when you're eating, otherwise it will get full of nasty food bits. Leave it alone the rest of the time, and practice talking in your room. In about a week, you won't even remember it's there.  

Answer 2

For the first few days, you can take it out when you eat. Then, you'll start to get used to it in your mouth and it won't be as bad. You'll start feeling comfortable eating with it too.  

Answer 3

You'll be fine to take it out to eat just as long as you put it right back in. Your othro doesn't have to know ;)