Your new Retainers
At the end of orthodontic treatment you will be given retainers to wear. Retainers can be removable or fixed and play an extremely important role in your treatment. Retainers are designed to hold your teeth in their straightened position. If your braces were just removed and no retainers worn, your teeth would move back again.
Removable retainers are usually worn evenings and nights and are removed for eating and cleaning. Your orthodontist will recommend how long you need to wear them for.
Fixed retainers are glued to the back of your front teeth and are usually designed to be in place on a long term basis. Your orthodontist will advise you whether you will need a fixed retainer.
If you are currently wearing retainers, don’t forget to bring them to your check-ups with the orthodontist.