Retainers are custom-fit appliances constructed of metal wires and plastic that your dentist can provide for you. After your dental treatment, a dental retainer is fabricated to fit your teeth to hold them in place, preventing them from shifting back to their original position.
Retainers are designed to be discreet, so you can wear them confidently without people knowing.
Retainers are meant to preserve your dental work. They are typically worn around the clock for the first few months following treatment. After this initial phase, you’ll only need to wear your retainer at night. Some patients may need to wear their retainer during the day if they grind their teeth at night.
Wearing a retainer is also important because it keeps your teeth from shifting. Over time, your teeth can shift, and your orthodontic work can lose its shape and effectiveness. They work to keep your teeth in place and prevent this shift.
There are many different types of dental retainers, and your dentist will recommend the one that is best for you.
There are many reasons why patients may need to wear retainers after they have worn braces, such as:
To learn more about our dental options, you can call Orthodontist in Salt Lake City, UT from your nearest location. We will be happy to help.
77 S 700 E Suite #250,
SLC, UT
Phone : (801) 359-4151