Retainers

Yes! If you want to keep your straight smile for the long run, it is important to wear your retainer as instructed by your Specialist Orthodontist. This will probably be full-time at first, but can move to nighttime-only wear after your teeth adjust to their new positions.

At Milngavie Orthodontics, we offer two types of custom retainers: Fixed retainers: These are thin metal wires permanently fixed at the back of your teeth to comfortably maintain your smile. Take extra care to keep this area clean to avoid plaque from building up around your retainer. Removable retainers: Removable retainers are similar to Invisalign® clear aligners that can be removed for meals and brushing or flossing. They are completely transparent and discreet.

ACHIEVING A STRAIGHTER SMILE IS AN AMAZING FEELING, SO WE WANT TO MAKE SURE IT LASTS YOU A LIFETIME. HERE ARE THE BEST WAYS TO CARE FOR YOUR REMOVABLE RETAINERS: - Make sure to wear your retainers as instructed by your Specialist Orthodontist. - Remove your retainers for meals, drinks or swimming. - When removing your retainers, put them back in the retainer case and do not wrap them inside a napkin. (You wouldn’t want to throw them out by accident!) - Keep your retainers away from high heat. - If you need to have your retainers replaced, please contact us right away.

Whether you’re looking to explore long-term smile straightening solutions or have questions about your retainers, don’t hesitate to contact our team at Milngavie Orthodontics.