Removable Hawley Wire Retainers Advantages: Last a long time Can be tightened or repaired Allow the bite to "settle" into a more comfortable position over time Can be custom designed with many colors, logos, etc. Disadvantages Do not cover the biting surface of the teeth, so do not protect against grinding Allow slight movement of the teeth Are more expensive to replace More noticeable visually as the the metal wire can be seen Bulky coverage of the palate is bothersome to some patients Can be lost or broken 2.
Removable Clear Plastic Retainers Advantages: Hold the teeth in the exact position there were moved to Protects the teeth against wear from grinding Almost invisible Are less expensive to replace than other retainer options If slight movement occurs, wearing them full time can help move the teeth back into the proper position.
Disadvantages Don't last as long at the other retainers Are easy to lose because they are so clear 3. Bonded Permanent Retainers Advantages: Can last for many years if properly maintained Can't be lost as they are permanently glued in Disadvantages Are much more difficult to clean, brush and floss Care must be taken not to eat things that are too hard Important information on wearing retainers: Wear your retainer at all times, until the doctor instructs otherwise.
Take your retainer out when eating, and always put it back in its case! In some special situations, we may decide to use both permanent and removable retainers together to ensure no relapses occur, but we will discuss this with you first if we feel it would be a good fit for your smile.
This includes finding the type of retainer that will serve you best! From your first appointment to your last, our skilled staff is committed to meeting your orthodontic needs through every phase of treatment. We work hard to provide you with individualized, compassionate care and the best orthodontic experience possible, wherever you are in the orthodontic process.
Get in touch with us if you have any questions or concerns about your treatment plan or retainer use. Our talented team will keep your teeth in place and a smile on your face! Removable retainers There are a couple of options available when it comes to removable retainers. Hawley retainers As one of the oldest retainers, this is almost one of the most recognizable orthodontic appliances!
To properly care for your Hawley retainer , you should always: clean it daily to remove any bacteria and food debris keep it away from heat or hot water store it in its case when you are not wearing it You can gently clean your Hawley retainer once a day by using a soft-bristled toothbrush and toothpaste. Essix retainers Essix retainers are growing in popularity with both orthodontists and patients recently. Posted by Thacker Orthodontics. You Might Also Like. These retainers are made of acrylic that is molded to fit the inside of the roof or floor of the mouth.
There are metal wires that wrap around your teeth to hold the retainer in place. These retainers are removable. Your orthodontist will discuss your retainer options and which type is best for your situation. Contact OrthoCare Orthodontics today to learn more about how we can help you attain the beautiful smile you have always wanted. Depending on your case, we may recommend one of the following types of retainers:.
A vacuum form retainer VFR is a clear horseshoe-shaped piece of material that is intimately shaped to fit over your teeth. Some patients who grind their teeth may find an issue with VFRs because they can be worn down due to repeated teeth grinding. A Hawley retainer is a traditional retainer consisting of a plastic piece formed for your roof or floor of the mouth attached to a wire that fits over the front of your teeth.
Hawley retainers are great because they are durable and we have a greater ability to make adjustments with them. For example, if a tooth or two were to shift slightly, we can sometimes adjust the wire to re-straighten the teeth.
Still, Hawley retainers are less aesthetic than a VFR and some patients find that talking and swallowing are more difficult when wearing them. A fixed lingual retainer consists of a wire bonded to the back side of your teeth. I typically recommend a permanent retainer if the teeth were very rotated, crowded, or had a lot of spacing between them before treatment.
However, fixed lingual retainers are often very difficult to clean. The lower front teeth tend to accumulate a lot of plaque and calculus over time, which can lead to further dental issues down the road.
0コメント