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RETAINERS

At Smile Orthodontics, we take pride in offering top-tier retainers that ensure the longevity of our patients’ beautiful and perfectly aligned smiles. Our commitment is to empower you to maintain that gorgeous, straight smile permanently. With our high-quality retainers, we provide the necessary support to preserve the results of your orthodontic treatment, guaranteeing lasting satisfaction and confidence.

Retainers are needed to keep your teeth in line once your orthodontic treatment has been completed. There are three types of retainers; essix retainers, hawley retainers and bonded retainers.

 
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What are retainers?

Retainers are needed to keep your teeth in line once your orthodontic treatment has been completed. There are three types of retainers; essix retainers, hawley retainers and bonded retainers.

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Why do I need retainers and how important is it to wear it?

Now that your teeth are straight, if you do not wear your retainer, your teeth are likely to drift towards their original positions. Everyone’s teeth do move throughout life, so the only way to ensure your teeth remain straight is to wear your retainer indefinitely.

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Retainers after braces

After you’ve completed your orthodontic treatment, you’ll want to keep it looking great!

 

At Smile Orthodontics we provide high quality retainers to keep our patients’ smile beautifully aligned. We want you to keep that gorgeous, straight smile for good!

 

For a detailed consultation about how orthodontics may benefit you or your child, schedule a consultation with our team of specialists at a Smile Orthodontics practice nearest to you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A retainer is a custom-made appliance used in orthodontic treatments, such as braces or aligners, to maintain the position of teeth after the primary treatment phase. It helps prevent teeth from shifting back to their original positions.

After braces or aligner treatment, teeth have a tendency to shift back to their original positions. A retainer ensures that your teeth remain in their newly corrected alignment, helping you retain the results of your orthodontic treatment.

We recommend to wear your retainers for 2 weeks full time and then go down to night time only. We recommend to continue wearing your retainers life long, your teeth will naturally want to move back over time, so it is important to continue to wear your retainers in order to maintain your beautiful smile.

Yes, retainers are typically designed to be removable for ease of cleaning and maintenance. However, it’s crucial to follow your orthodontist’s instructions regarding when and how long to wear your retainer.

To take care of your retainer, you should:

  • Remove it before eating or drinking (except for cold plain water) to prevent damage.
  • Clean it regularly using a soft toothbrush and cold water.
  • Store it in its case when not in use to prevent loss or damage. If the retainer is lost or broken and needs replacing there is a charge.

Initially, wearing a retainer may cause slight discomfort or pressure, but this is normal as your teeth adjust to their new positions. However, discomfort should subside over time.

Yes, regular dental check-ups are essential even after your orthodontic treatment is complete. Your dentist or orthodontist will monitor the progress of your teeth and the condition of your retainer.

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Purpose Of Retainers

A retainer will maintain the alignment of your teeth after orthodontic treatment. Retainers are an easy and effective way to maintain your straight, beautiful smile for a lifetime.

For your convenience, Smile Orthodontics will keep you under review for a year after treatment is completed.

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Types of Retainers

There are various types of retainers that you can choose from to fit your lifestyle — fixed and removable retainers

Fixed Retainers

Fixed retainers are thin wires permanently attached along the back of your teeth, which then holds your teeth in position 24/7 to maintain your beautiful smile.

Hawley Retainers

Removable appliance with a wire to hold the teeth in place.

Essix Retainers

REMOVABLE RETAINERS

Retainers made from clear plastic that cover the teeth and keeps them from moving.

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Why Choose Smile Orthodontics

Smile Orthodontics is proud to be a leader of modern orthodontics in the UK with practices in Norwich, Spalding and Scarborough. We provide a variety of high-quality retainers to suit your lifestyle. 

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    Specialist Orthodontist & Practice Principal

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    Specialist for Norwich and Spalding practice

    Dr Haren Patel qualified from Kings College School of Medicine and Dentistry London (KCL) in 1999 as a general dentist. He subsequently underwent further training at the Eastman Dental Hospital London to attain his membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in orthodontics and research master’s degree from University College London (UCL)

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    Senior Orthodontic Therapist & Practice Co-ordinator

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    Specialist for Norwich and Spalding practice

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    Orthodontic Therapist

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    Specialist for Norwich and Spalding practice

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    Specialist Orthodontist & Practice Principal

    BDS (Lond), MFDS RCS (Edin), MSC (Lond), MOrth RCS (Eng) | GDC Number 76252

    Specialist for Norwich and Spalding practice

    Dr Sonal Patel qualified from Kings College School of Medicine and Dentistry London (KCL) in 1999 as a general dentist. She subsequently underwent further training at Guy’s King’s and St Thomas’s (GKT) to attain membership of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh and research master’s degree from king’s College London. (KCL)

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