The Importance of Dental Retainers: Preserving Your Smile
Dental retainers are an essential part of orthodontic treatment that often follow the removal of braces. While braces effectively align teeth, retainers play a crucial role in maintaining the results that you achieve through orthodontic procedures. Here, we highlight their benefits and offer some information regarding proper usage and care.
Why Retainers Matter
1- Preserve Teeth Alignment
After braces are removed or the course of aligners are finished, teeth have a natural tendency to shift back to their original positions.
Dental retainers act as a safeguard against this relapse by keeping teeth in their newly aligned positions. Wearing retainers as recommended by your orthodontist can help maintain the desired smile for years to come.
2- Prevent Bite Issues
Retainers not only preserve teeth alignment but also assist in maintaining a proper bite. By ensuring that the upper and lower teeth fit together, retainers contribute to a healthy and functional bite. This is crucial for optimal chewing, speaking, and overall oral health.
Your different options
1- Removable Retainers
These retainers, often made of transparent plastic or acrylic, can be easily taken out and put back in by the wearer. Removable retainers offer convenience, as they allow for easy cleaning and better control over oral hygiene. However, they require diligence in wearing them as p
rescribed to ensure effective results. We offer the option of V
2- Fixed Retainers
Fixed retainers, also known as bonded or permanent retainers,
are affixed to the back of the teeth using a special adhesive. These retainers provide continuous support to the teeth, as they are always in place. Fixed retainers are particularly beneficial for people prone to shifting teeth or those who may be forgetful when it comes to wearing removable retainers.
Caring for Dental Retainers
Regardless of the type of retainer, proper cleaning and maintenance are vital for their longevity and effectiveness. The general advice is that you should gently brush removable retainers with a soft toothbrush and mild soap or non-alcoholic mouthwash. We recommend products such as Retainer Brite to maintain your removeable retainers. Fixed retainers require regular brushing and flossing to prevent plaque build-up. Additionally, it is essential to visit your orthodontist for regular check-ups to ensure your retainers remain in good condition.
We will supply a protective case so you can store your retainers when not in use. This helps prevent damage or loss of the retainer and keeps it clean from dust and bacteria. Avoid placing retainers in napkins or pockets, as you may easily forget or damage them. Trust us, it happens more than you think!
Call Us for A Free Consultation
At Pearl Dental Clinic, we offer a free retainer consultation with Dr Ehsan Esfahani who is a prolific provider of clear orthodontic Invisalign braces. Our Registered Specialist Orthodontist treats more complicated cases. Either way, we assure you that your treatment will be at the hands of experienced professionals.
We have published a comprehensive fee guide. You can call our team to discuss your requirements, learn more about us and book a free retainer consultation.
