WHAT ARE THEY
There are different types of retainers, removable or fixed:
1) Very thin mouthguard type appliance called a suckdown
retainer
2)
Clear or coloured wire retainers
3)
Fixed wire glued to the back of the teeth
The type Dr Lipshatz recommends will depend on what will work best for you.
WHAT DO THEY DO
They hold your teeth in their straightened position
HOW LONG ARE THEY
WORN?
Retainers are generally
worn for a year full time
after treatment and then for
the following 2-3 years at
night.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The teeth may feel tender
and the retainer may interfere
with speech. This
should settle after 1 week.
EATING
1) You can eat snacks with your retainers in but nothing hard, chewy or sticky.
2)
Take out your retainer for main meals and place in retainer case.
CLEANING
Brush your retainer gently
with toothbrush and soap
whilst supporting it in the
palm of your hand. DO NOT put it in hot or
boiling water
IMPORTANT: You will need to see Dr Lipshatz periodically during the retention stage. He will advise you when to schedule the next appointment at the end of every visit
WHAT HAPPENS IF? My plate is broken or lost........
Your teeth will move after 24 hours therefore it is important to contact us immediately.
