To correct the bite with braces, it will take at least 1-2 years. After the removal of this construction, a restoration or retention period begins, when the result is consolidated with the help of retainers. They help to maintain the established position of the teeth. Such a product is worn for at least 6 months.
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What are retainers after braces for
A retainer is a fixative placed in the oral cavity. With it, you can maintain the position of the teeth, resulting from orthodontic treatment after installing braces. In the process of wearing them, the teeth are displaced.
In addition, there are changes in the joints and masticatory muscles. It is quite simple to train the latter, it will take just a few months to adapt them. Bone tissue grows slowly, so retainers need to be installed after braces. They are helping build up new bonewhile maintaining the established position of the teeth.
The place for installation is selected very carefully. Thus, the cavity is examined and the effect obtained is analyzed after orthodontic treatment. In general, the transition to retainers after braces does not cause much discomfort, because while wearing a bracket system, a person adapts to the presence of a foreign body in the mouth. In addition, the design is adjacent to the inner side of the teeth and no one will notice the retainers.
Before installation of products is carried out special training. This includes inspection, treatment, removal of plaque and tartar.
Varieties of retainers
On sale there are 2 types of such structures: fixed and removable. They are distinguished by their appearance, way of wearing and form.
Removable product - This is a transparent plate with small grooves for the teeth. She is put on her jaws separately. Although plastic is transparent, it is often noticeable on close contact. These retailers need to be removed every time before eating, which is rather inconvenient.
For creating fixed retainer used twisted metal wire, which is fixed on the back of the teeth. This design is very popular due to its ease of use and aesthetic appearance. However, in some cases, such a product cannot be installed.
It should be noted that the decision to wear a certain type of retainer depends on the previous treatment. If during the use of the bracket-system teeth have been removed, except for “eights”, then the wearing of removable retainers will be assigned.
In some cases, it is allowed to install a non-detachable structure, provided that the cap is used during sleep. In addition, you will need regular applying firming ointments and visits to an orthodontist who tracks bone growth.
Installation
Before fixing the retainer after braces, a careful examination of the oral cavity is carried out. If necessary, treatment is carried out. Sanitation and professional cleaning are also shown. After that, the surface of the dentition is treated with preparations that can improve the adhesion properties of enamel. Then retainers are fixed thanks to a special adhesive. This is a direct installation method.
The second fixation option:
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A specialist makes a cast of the jaw, that is, a working model. - The wire bends, repeating the shape of the jaw, and is fixed on the impression using sticky wax.
- The wire is fixed on the cutters with a special adhesive.
- To install the retainer in the patient's mouth, use the appropriate silicone key.
- The final stage is polishing.
Wearing terms
Each patient is interested in how much he will have to wear a retainer after braces. This period depends on various factors:
- age: after 18–20 years, retainers will have to wear longer, as the ligaments become less pliable;
- various bite pathologies;
- tooth displacement force;
- the presence of extracted teeth;
- periodontal condition;
- bad habits, especially smoking.
Average retention period Lasts 2 times longer than the period of wearing the bracket system. Most often this is 2–5 years, although sometimes there are exceptions when wearing a construction is shown for 0.5–1 years.
In most cases, doctors combine the use of different types of retainers. So, at first the fixed construction is established, and at the final stage the wearing of a removable retainer is shown.
In any case, you should not make your own decision about how long to wear the retention apparatus. If we neglect this, it is possible that a re-wearing of a bracket system will be required.
Cost and care retainers
Fixed retainer will cost at least 6-10 thousand rubles for the dentition. Removable designs are considered. more budget. They cost about 2-3 thousand rubles. The cost of fixing the structure is 3–9 thousand rubles, depending on its type and the anatomical features of the patient.
It should be noted that in most clinics the price of retainer is included in the cost of treatment with bracket systems, although sometimes it is paid separately.
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It is allowed to use ordinary toothpastes and rinses. - The inner side of the teeth must be cleaned very carefully so as not to damage the retainer.
- Removable structures are treated with special compounds or washed with soap.
- Since non-removable products make it difficult to brush your teeth, this can lead to the formation of deposits and plaque. Therefore it is recommended to use irrigator and special dental floss.
- Removable product at the time of eating put in the appropriate container.
- Twice a day the retainer is disinfected.
- Before installation, the structure must be rinsed.
- Recommended daily rinsing of the mouth with fluorine-containing solutions.
- Every 4–6 months, professional teeth cleaning is shown.
Modern dentistry offers a wide selection of systems for fixing teeth. The retailers are considered most comfortable. They are really able to maintain the effect after a long orthodontic treatment. During this period, the patient must follow all recommendations and regularly visit a doctor. Thanks to such a responsible campaign, wearing a retainer after braces will help to maintain even teeth.
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