Retainers
Retainers hold teeth straight after treatment
ALL teeth moved orthodontically initially want to return to their original position. This is because little fibres in your gums (like stretched springs) stay stretched for 3 years (until they finally remodel).
Teeth also become more crowded with age. This natural ageing process is caused by the narrowing of the dental ashes with age. For this reason we always recommend retainers are used for life .
There are 2 varieties of retainers. We sometimes use both at once.
- removable retainers
- Fixed retainers
Removable Essix Retainers
These are normally worn just at night following the removal of braces.
Sometimes after a period you can reduce the number of these nights these are worn.
If you clench/grind your teeth we advise you wear them every night to help protect your teeth from tooth wear and cracking.
We never advise patients to stop wearing retainers as teeth can start to move again at any age.
Replacing a single lost or broken removable retainer costs from £80
Fixed Retainers (private only)
These are very flexible metal wires bonded behind the front teeth only.
They prevent the return of specific orthodontic conditions such as:
- severe twists
- large gaps.
A clear removable retainer is needed in addition to this fixed retainer as a ‘belts & braces’ approach.
We always include these within the cost of Private Treatment.
Ideally, fixed retainers should stay on for at a minimum of 3 years.
Replacing a lost /broken Fixed Retainer usually costs £60-£180.
(We recommend you need to see a hygienist every 6 months, and that you use interdental brushes to clean under it)
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We’re here to provide information, advice, support and expert treatment. Contact us today to discuss our retainer options.
Or call us on 0151 625 0003
What our patients say
Had a fabulous experience dealing with this practice. Not only have they done an amazing job with my sons teeth, but the staff have been an absolute pleasure to deal with. I can absolutely recommend that this be anyone’s first choice when it comes to orthodontists. Many thanks.
Just wanted to say what an amazing experience I went through with the whole team.
To be honest I didn’t hold a great expectation before hand having had a lifetime of dental challenges, but the care and expertise afforded to me produced life changing results.
I have no hesitation at all in recommending you put yourself in their hands, you will not be disappointed.
Thanks to you all.
My daughter has just finished her treatment plan at Lakeside Orthodontists and I cannot praise them highly enough. The whole team are amazing , extremely professional and caring. Special thanks to Emma who has done an amazing job and my daughter Chloe is so happy with her new smile. I would highly recommend Lakeside Orthodontists.
I have just completed nearly 2 years with Invisalign retainers As my teeth had huge gaps and teeth were like tombstones which had stopped me smiling. With Invisalign retainers, patience and help from Jonty and the brilliant staff at Lakeside Orthodontists I am over the moon with my results and can smile again.
Thank you to all at Lakeside Orthodontics.
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