Retainer placement

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Teeth Retainer Installation at Gallant Clinic is an important final stage of orthodontic treatment that helps maintain the results of teeth alignment. Retainers keep teeth in their new position, preventing them from shifting back after the removal of braces or other orthodontic appliances. Our experienced orthodontists use modern techniques and materials to create and install retainers, ensuring maximum comfort and effectiveness.

Advantages of Getting Retainers at Gallant Clinic:

Preservation of results: Retainers keep teeth in the correct position, preventing movement.

Comfort: Modern materials provide comfortable wear.

Individual approach: Retainers are made based on the patient’s individual dental impressions for a precise fit and effectiveness.

Easy care: Retainers are easy to clean and maintain, ensuring good oral hygiene.

Indications for Retainer Installation:

Completion of orthodontic treatment
Need to maintain teeth in the new position after removal of braces or other orthodontic devices
Prevention of relapse of bite anomalies

Types of Retainers:

Essix retainers

Indications: Suitable for most patients after orthodontic treatment.
Description: Made from clear plastic or acrylic and can be easily removed for cleaning and eating.

Bonded retainers

Indications: Recommended for patients who require constant retention of teeth in the correct position.
Description: Made from a thin wire fixed to the inner surface of the front teeth. They are invisible and do not interfere with eating or speaking.

Retainer Installation Procedure:

Orthodontic consultation
A thorough oral examination is conducted to assess the condition of teeth after orthodontic treatment and determine the type of retainer. The doctor discusses possible options and creates an individual treatment plan.

Taking dental impressions
Impressions of the patient’s teeth are taken to manufacture a custom retainer, ensuring a perfect fit to the teeth and gums.

Retainer fabrication
The retainer is made in a laboratory using high-strength, safe materials based on the individual impressions.

Retainer fitting and installation
The orthodontist fits and installs the retainer. Removable retainers are given to the patient along with instructions on usage and care.

Follow-up check-ups
The patient regularly visits the orthodontist for monitoring the condition of the retainer and teeth, ensuring the maintenance of orthodontic treatment results.

Post-procedure Care:

Maintain proper oral hygiene: Regular brushing of teeth and the retainer with toothpaste and a toothbrush.

For removable retainers: Regular cleaning to prevent bacterial buildup and plaque.

Regular visits to the orthodontist: Preventive check-ups to monitor the condition of the retainer and teeth.

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Price

The prices listed may differ from the current prices at the dental clinic. You can get up-to-date pricing information after a consultation and examination at the clinic.

Retainer placement

from 40 € per arch

FAQ

How long do retainers need to be worn?

Retainers are usually worn for a period of 1 to 3 years, but only the doctor individually determines in each case how long the orthodontic appliances need to be worn to maintain the achieved results after braces removal and completion of orthodontic treatment.

What foods should be avoided when wearing retainers?

When wearing retainers, you should avoid eating very hard foods (like carrots), very cold foods (like ice cream), or very hot foods (such as very hot soups or drinks). The retainer is invisible and does not cause discomfort.

What are retainers for and when are they installed?

Completion of orthodontic treatment;
The need to maintain teeth in their new position after removing braces or other orthodontic devices;
Prevention of relapse of bite anomalies.

What types of retainers are there?

Essix Retainers

Indications: Suitable for most patients after orthodontic treatment.
Description: Removable retainers made from clear plastic or acrylic that can be easily taken out for cleaning and eating.

Bonded Retainers

Indications: Recommended for patients who require permanent retention of teeth in the correct position.
Description: Fixed retainers made of thin wire bonded to the inner surface of the front teeth. They are discreet and do not interfere with eating or speaking.