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Maintain Your Perfect Smile at My Dentist For Life in Plantation
After investing time and effort into orthodontic treatments like braces or Invisalign, maintaining your beautifully aligned smile is crucial. At My Dentist For Life in Plantation, we offer retainers as the final step in your orthodontic journey. Retainers help preserve your new smile and ensure that your teeth stay in their ideal positions for the long term.
What Are Retainers?
Retainers are custom-made dental devices that hold your teeth in place after orthodontic treatment. They prevent your teeth from shifting back to their original positions, which can happen if no retention phase follows braces or Invisalign. Retainers are typically made of either clear plastic or metal wires and are designed to fit comfortably over your teeth.
Why Are Retainers Important?
The importance of wearing a retainer cannot be overstated. Once your braces or Invisalign aligners are removed, your teeth may want to shift back to their previous alignment due to the natural elasticity of your gums and bone. Retainers help prevent this relapse and ensure your teeth remain in their new, corrected positions. They also help stabilize the teeth and surrounding tissues, which can take time to adapt to their new positions fully.
Types of Retainers We Offer
At My Dentist For Life in Plantation, we provide various types of retainers tailored to your needs:
Fixed Retainers: These are bonded to the back of your teeth, usually on the lower front teeth, and are not removable. Fixed retainers provide continuous retention and are an excellent option for patients who might forget to wear removable retainers.
Removable Retainers: These can be taken out when eating, drinking, or cleaning. Clear plastic retainers, like Essix retainers, are discreet and comfortable. Hawley retainers, made of a combination of wire and acrylic, are durable and adjustable.
The Retainer Process
Our team will take impressions of your teeth at your appointment to create a retainer that fits perfectly. Depending on your needs, getting a retainer usually takes one or two visits. Once your retainer is ready, we’ll ensure it fits properly and offer advice on how to care for it.
Retainer Care and Maintenance
Taking good care of your retainer is essential for its effectiveness. Clean your retainer regularly with warm water and a gentle toothbrush. Avoid using hot water, as it can distort the material. Also, always store your retainer in its case when not in use to prevent damage or loss.
Welcome To My Dentist For Life in Plantation
Retainers play a crucial role in preserving your perfect smile after orthodontic treatment. At My Dentist For Life in Plantation, we offer custom retainers designed to fit comfortably and keep your teeth in place for years. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and find the best retainer option!
Welcome To Our Dental Family
My Dentist For Life of Plantation is accepting new patients of all ages. We offer a full suite of services, including breathtaking, customized smile makeovers. Call today to schedule an appointment!
