Retainers
Retainers
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Retainers
An orthodontic retainer is essential for patients who have undergone braces treatment to keep their newly aligned teeth in place. Here at Buckingham Gate orthodontics, we provide high-quality London orthodontic retainers that will guarantee your desired results remain long after you’ve removed your braces.
What Are Retainers?
Retainers are part of the orthodontic process that helps your teeth stay aligned after treatment has been completed. They come in different forms such as removable braces or custom mouthpieces.
Although some patients may be satisfied with their smile results and opt not to wear a retainer, it’s important to know that your teeth may naturally shift back over time. We therefore always recommend orthodontic retainers post-brace treatment, such as ceramic braces, in order to maintain healthy and straight teeth.
Studies have revealed that if you do not use a retainer after orthodontic treatment, your teeth will slowly go back to their original positions. This is an orthodontic relapse, and it can ruin the final results of all the hard work you’ve put in. To avoid this scenario, look for an orthodontics retainer solution in London instead.
We understand that everyone’s dental case is different, which is why we offer a variety of orthodontic retainers. After taking a look at your teeth, we can recommend the best option for you and ensure that you get the results you need.
Removable Retainers
Removable retainers are made from strengthened acrylic and are transparent, making them a discreet solution that can be removed. They perfectly fit around your teeth and are recommended to be worn every night for the best results. They help keep all of your teeth aligned rather than just a section of your front or lower jawline. A mould will be taken of your teeth to ensure a custom fit, providing an invisible and simple solution to use.
Vivera Retainer
Vivera is a type of removable London orthodontic retainer created by Invisalign. You can buy them in packs of 3, so you would have two spares for the long term. They use the same technology as the Invisalign aligners and studies suggest they’re 30% stronger than other leading retainer materials. These provide a comfortable fit that continues the good work your Invisalign braces have achieved.
After Care Of The Retainer
Retainers eventually need replacing because of wear and tear, you can extend their life by taking proper care of them. At your regular exam appointments, we’ll check to see how your retainers are holding up and whether they need any repairs.
To keep your retainers in good condition, you should:
– Always store them in the provided case when not wearing them
– Brush and clean the retainer itself after meals using a non-abrasive toothpaste
– Rinse with cold water
If for any reason your retainer becomes damaged, please contact us for a follow-up appointment.
Popular Questions
Wearing your retainer as prescribed is critical because if you don’t, your teeth may shift back to their original position. In fact, we say that retention is the most significant part of treatment altogether.
Keeping your retainer clean is essential to prevent any infection-causing bacteria from building up. To clean it, brush the retainer with your toothbrush like you would normally do for your teeth. If you have a removable type of retainer, don’t forget to give it a good soak in mouthwash as well!
Without wearing your retainer, your teeth will gradually shift back into their previous position. If you try to put the retainer back on after a period of time, it may be painful and uncomfortable because your teeth have already started to shift. Therefore, always follow recommended instructions for optimum results.