Retainers are custom-made appliances used to hold teeth in their new position after orthodontic or restorative treatment. Without retention, teeth have a natural tendency to move over time. Retainers help maintain the result that has been achieved.
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After teeth have been moved or restored:
Wearing retainers is essential to protect the result of treatment.
Retainers are recommended for:
Retention is considered part of treatment, not an optional extra.
Digital records allow accurate reproduction if a retainer is lost.
We use digital 3D scans rather than traditional impressions to record the position of your teeth.
This means:
Unlike traditional impressions, which are often discarded over time, digital records can be retained and reused when needed.
Having a digital record of your teeth provides an added level of security, allowing retainers to be replaced accurately and efficiently if required.
Teeth can move throughout life.
Retention should be viewed as ongoing maintenance.
In some cases, both fixed and removable retainers are used together.
Having a digital scan allows a new retainer to be made quickly if needed.
Retention is an important part of both orthodontic and restorative treatment planning. Maintaining tooth position helps ensure that the results of treatment remain stable over time.
Retainers are essential for maintaining the position of your teeth after treatment. Long-term wear is often required to prevent relapse and protect your result.
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