Retainers in New York, NY

Dr. Eric Gibbs, Dds11 Apr, 2024Health

Wearing a retainer is generally the last part of orthodontic treatment and your dentist will provide you with your retainer once your braces are removed or when you have finished using removable braces such as aligners. At this stage your teeth should be beautifully straight in the positions planned by your orthodontist. However, the ?memory? of where your teeth used to be situated will remain. This isn?t so surprising when you consider your teeth and tooth roots will have been moved through your jawbone. By wearing a retainer, you can ensure your teeth remain stable and in the correct positions as they settle down after treatment. Initially, your dentist may suggest you wear your retainer all the time, gradually reducing the time required until you only need to wear it overnight. This depends on whether you have a removable or fixed retainer.