You are now entering an important phase of your treatment – the Retention Phase. Completed orthodontic treatment does not guarantee perfectly straight teeth for the rest of your life. Teeth have a memory and often try to move back to their original positions. Retainers are required to keep your teeth in their new positions. Regular retainer wear is necessary for your lifetime as your body is continually undergoing growth and maturation. Minor irregularities, particularly in the lower front teeth may occur. In summary, you need your retainers to keep your teeth as straight as possible. Failure to wear the retainers as directed, even for just a day, may cause a rapid change in your teeth positioning which may require additional orthodontic treatment to correct.
I UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES:
CLEANING YOUR RETAINERS
LOST OR BROKEN RETAINERS
Your retainers are made using only the best possible material. If a retainer is lost or damaged, call our office immediately to schedule an appointment. There will be a laboratory charge per replacement retainer. Like eyeglasses and other personal items, it is possible for retainers to wear over time. Replacing a worn-out retainer is a wise investment in retaining your smile and the long-term stability of your teeth.
If further treatment is required due to unexpected growth or non-compliant retainer wear, additional charges will be applied.
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BRING YOUR RETAINERS TO ALL YOUR FOLLOW-UP VISITS!
I understand my retainer instructions and responsibilities.
Alternatives to the above treatment