The typical guideline for a removable retainer is to wear it full time, except for mealtimes and cleanings, for the first 4 to 6 months after your braces are removed, according to the Canadian Association of Orthodontists. Why are retainers necessary after braces? A retainer is a custom-made dental applianceRead More →

Invisalign retainers are just as important as Invisalign itself. Once straightened, teeth usually won’t stay that way on their own… Given a chance, they will begin to move back to where they started and the problem you had in the first place will return—This is where Invisalign retainers come in.Read More →

There are a few disadvantages of permanent retainers such as they can make it difficult to properly clean teeth, the wire can trap food, bacteria, and other debris, increasing the risk of dental problems, especially if you don’t brush and floss regularly, they can become damaged or wear down overRead More →