When your braces are removed and you look at your teeth in the mirror, many people feel a sense of relief, thinking, "It's finally over."However, an important period continues even after the treatment ...

Permanent or fixed retainers are made of a metal wire that is glued to your teeth. Usually, this wire is smooth and solid or has a braided texture. It’s attached to your teeth and adjusted to your ...

There are two basic types of retainers: removable and permanent. Your orthodontist helps you choose the best type for you based on what you needed braces for and any conditions you might have. You may ...

Wire Orthodontics has released a detailed patient education resource outlining fixed and removable retainer options, recommended wear schedules, and the digital scanning process the practice uses for ...

A permanent retainer is a device that keeps the teeth in the same place after a person has braces. The retainers remain in the mouth long-term and only an orthodontist can remove them. With regular ...

After receiving orthodontic treatment, patients are assigned a retainer. Removable retainers may be worn only at night or throughout the day. Can these retainers harbor bacteria and lead to cavities?

More than 36 million Americans have no natural teeth and millions more wear aligners or retainers; Voraiya says their ...