Retainers 

Retainers are plastic removable braces that hold your teeth in their new position. They are used following fixed brace treatment and reduce the risk of teeth going crooked again after treatment.

They need to be worn for a minimum of one year. Your orthodontist will prescribe how often you should wear them, as each individual is different. However, we advise that retainers are worn on a long term basis, as teeth can move throughout life.

Click here to see our departmental information leaflet on retainers.

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