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Retainers

RETAINERS

ABOUT YOUR RETAINERS

Now we have to work together to stabilize the results of your treatment. You will need to wear your retainers to protect your investment. Retainers prevent the teeth from moving back to their original position. You will need to wear your retainers to keep your teeth straight.


HERE'S WHAT WE WILL DO

  • Provide you with one set of retainers for the top and bottom teeth. If one is lost or broken it is imperative that you have another one made, as your teeth will shift.
  • Carefully supervise the wear and care of your retainers for the first two years of your retention. These visits are included in your original fee, there will be an appropriate office visit charge after the two years.
  • Schedule the necessary appointments.
  • Monitor the development of the wisdom teeth and keep you and your dentist advised.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO

  • Return to your family dentist for an examination and cleaning about 6 weeks after your braces were removed. Brush and floss every day to protect that beautiful smile.
  • Wear your retainers 24 hours a day for the first 2 months. Then every single night after that. Your retainers fit like gloves fit your hands. If they are worn as instructed your teeth will not move. Dr. Goldreich has a saying you will need to wear your retainers for as long as you want your teeth straight.
  • Take care of your retainers. Clean them with cool water, mouthwash and a toothbrush. Never place them in hot water. When not wearing your retainers, store them in the case we provided. Don't wrap them in a napkin, as they will probably get thrown away.
  • Should you lose or break a retainer, call us immediately. Teeth will move if retainers are not worn.
  • Should you lose or break a retainer, call us immediately. Teeth will move if retainers are not worn.

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