Retainers
Removable or fixed retainers make sure your new smile from Orthodontics at Shellharbour last!
Why
Why Do I Need Retainers?
After completing your treatment with Orthodontics at Shellharbour we will give you either fixed wire retainers or removable retainers. This is the post care stage of your treatment that will ensure you keep your new smile for as long as possible. Without retainers your teeth can move back out of alignment over time.
Fixed lingual retainers are fitted for all patients getting orthodontic treatment to ensure the best results.
- Custom vacuum former retainers (clear removable)
- Fixed permanent retainers
Cost
How Much Do Retainers Cost?
In our treatment plans we include post care in the plan and cost. Retainers either fixed or removable are included in the treatment plan. We believe in fair and transparent pricing so you are confident in your treatment options.
- Fixed or removable retainers included as part of all orthodontic treatment
- 24 months of post treatment care included in treatment plan
- No additional costs
- No hidden costs
WHAT
What Are Permanent Wire Retainers?
Permanent wire retainers (also known as fixed lingual retainers) are an alternative to removable retainers for maintaining your new smile long term. This style of retainer is fixed behind the teeth with a tooth-coloured material and does not have to be adjusted after it has been inserted. It doesn’t hurt and feels natural in your mouth.
- A permanent solution so your smile journey results last long term
- No risk of teeth moving over time
- No need to put retainers in your mouth overnight
Importance
Why Are Retainers Important After Treatment?
Retainers are important because they stop the teeth from moving back out of alignment after you have had treatment. Teeth will naturally move in your mouth over time, fixed or removable retainers stop the teeth from moving our of alignment. Removable retainers must be worn at night, while fixed retainers are applied after final treatment and cannot be removed.
- Removable retainers are custom vacuum formed retainers for all orthodontic patients
- No extra or hidden costs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Retainers are important because they stop the teeth from moving back out of alignment after you have had treatment.
Over time your teeth could move out of alignment and undo some of the work done by your braces or aligners.
Your personalised treatment plan will outline in the post treatment plan how to clean and maintain your retainers.
Removable retainers can last over 3 years if cleaned and maintained correctly. Hot water, physical damage and harsh chemicals can damage retainers.
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