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Medical Conditions - Dental Retainer

Dental retainer helps prevent teeth relapse after orthodontic treatment and is of two types, namely temporary and permanent. Temporary retainers include Hawleys and clear plastic retainers, and these can be easily removed, cleaned, and placed back by the patient itself. Permanent retainers consist of a braided wire cemented to the lingual or palatal aspect of the front tooth.

All dental retainer Q&A

Can one adjust an orthodontic appliance on their own?

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Will a three-year-old retainer still fit?

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How to manage teeth alignment issues after braces treatment?

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Can removing of the braces move my teeth back in the same position?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope you are doing well. Sorry to hear about wire poking you. As you will be off your braces in two days and have removed the wire, it should not change much.

How long does it take for the teeth to align back in position with retreatment after an orthodontic relapse?

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Can rebracing treat the orthodontic relapse caused after removing a permanent retainer?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Yes, you can get the particular segment of teeth re-braced and later a permanent retainer.

How to get rid of uncomfortable veneer retainers?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The reason why you are experiencing this is probably because of your retainer. Your retainer might be active or tight, which exerts a force on your teeth when you wear it.

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What will be the treatment for my misaligned front teeth?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The probable cause for your dental problem is Angle's malocclusion (maybe class II division 1 or 2).

How to manage teeth shifting after braces?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com It is completely understandable to feel frustrated when your teeth start shifting after all the effort you put into wearing braces.

Is it acceptable not to wear my retainer for a few weeks after five years of orthodontic treatment?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. After that, we generally taper down the retainer, and the patient can stop using it after one and a half years to one year and nine months.

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