Retainers
Once the active period is completed, your braces are removed. The next phase is called retention. Retainers are utilized to hold your teeth in their new positions until your bone, gums, and muscles adapt to the new teeth positions. You must wear your retainer as instructed, otherwise your teeth may move toward their original positions and the benefit of wearing your braces will be lost.
Dr. Green will determine how long you need to wear your retainer. Time varies with each patient. Some patients may need retainers for an extended period of time in order to prevent shifting of the teeth. In some cases, permanent retention may be necessary.
The retention period is an important part of your overall treatment and should not be neglected!
Handle your retainers with care. Retainers are easy to lose. When you take your retainers out, always place them in your retainer case for safety.
