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.
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How to remove floss stuck in teeth?
Query: Hello doctor, I have floss stuck underneath my permanent retainer (had retainer for almost five years now) on my lower jaw. There is no pain, but I would like to find out how to remove the floss. Read Full »
Answer: Hey, Welcome to icliniq.com. For removal of the floss, you can use a tweezer. Another option is to try the superfine interdental brush, like Stim proxa and if it is not working out, then go to a local dentist. Do not try to mess with it much as this can cause a problem with your retainers. You do ... Read Full »
Are my retainers making my short roots worse?
Query: Hello doctor, So, I just got back from the dentist today but my dentist did not give me a chance to ask further questions today, she just said I have short roots and left. I suppose she was in a rush? Not to mention she discovered four cavities under sealants I have had in the past. I have been here... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand how you feel. But, root resorption occurs in deciduous teeth prior to shedding. In permanent teeth, root resorption occurs during pathology/disease. Regarding the cavities, if it is not near to pulp (blood vessel of the tooth), you can get it filled. The... Read Full »