Essix retainer is a clear orthodontic retainer used to retain the tooth in its newly aligned position. The retainer should be worn for at least 12 hours a day for six months to a few years, as suggested by the orthodontist. After that, the retainer has to be removed when eating or drinking. It is effective in retaining the lower teeth in their new position.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The retainer will not badly affect other teeth.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There are fixed and removable retainers (Hawley's and Essix). I hope you have a removable type of retainer.
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