In order to promote optimum oral health while wearing braces, it is essential to continue to care not only for your teeth and gums but also for your orthodontic braces. For a better understanding of the basics of caring for your braces, listed below are some important facts you should know: – Always visit your… Read more »
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The Fascinating Perks of Wearing Your Retainer
Braces are there to fix the positioning of your teeth. Once detached, they reveal an amazing new smile. Wouldn’t it be a shame if that smile went back to its old ways? That’s why it’s so important to wear your retainer; it keeps your teeth in proper alignment. But that’s not the only reason! Here… Read more »
You Will Need a Retainer After Your Braces Have Been Removed
Once your braces have achieved your ideal smile, they can be removed. However, there will still be a little tension remaining in the periodontal ligaments that are anchoring the teeth in the sockets. To prevent your teeth from relapsing toward their old positions, your orthodontist, Dr. , will fit you for a retainer. If your… Read more »
After Your Braces Have Been Removed, You Will Need to Use a Retainer
Having your braces removed can be an exciting experience because you get to enjoy your new winning smile. However, there are still additional measures needed to maintain your smile and hold your teeth in their new positions. You see, there will still be some residual tension in the periodontal ligaments that are anchoring your teeth… Read more »
You Will Need to Use a Retainer Once Your Braces Have Been Removed
Your regular adjustment sessions with Dr. Ben McDowell have finally stretched your periodontal ligaments to move your teeth into their ideal position. Even after your braces have been removed, there will still be some lingering tension in the periodontal ligaments. Without some preventative measure, this tension will slowly start to pull your teeth out of… Read more »