Orthodontic Retainers: Types, Costs, and What Happens If You Skip Them
Finishing braces or Invisalign is a major milestone, but the job isn’t done yet! Retainers are what keep your teeth from shifting back. Skip them, and your smile may not stay as straight as your treatment gave you.
Types of retainers:
- Removable
- Full coverage can be provided with clear retainers resembling Invisalign
- Partial coverage with a wire on the 6 front teeth and acrylic behind the teeth
- Attached to the back of the 2-6 front teeth
- Fixed (bonded)
Dr. O’Brien (your orthodontist here in Beavercreek and Englewood) will recommend the best type based on your treatment and lifestyle.
Why retainers matter:
Research and the experience of 95% of the population have shown that:
Teeth continue to move throughout your life, and they tend to revert back towards their original positions. Don’t waste or reverse your hard-earned treatment by skipping retainer discipline!
Questions about retainers or replacements after receiving braces, Invisalign, or another orthodontic treatment for you or your family? Contact our orthodontic team in Englewood or Beavercreek; we’re happy to help you protect your new smile!