Permanent retainer - Pros And Cons

Permanent retainer or bonded retainers are affixed to either or both the upper and lower dental arches.

To prevent unwanted movement of the teeth after orthodontic treatment. Several factors account for the risk of tooth mobilization after completion of treatment.

Including case complexity and the behavioral disposition of the patient. A significant number of orthodontic patients receive treatment in their late adolescence and early teen years.

Where forgetfulness to wear a removable retainer can play a substantial role in smile degradation.

Bonded retainers work by countering the tendency of the periodontal ligaments to shift the teeth back to their original position. Over time, the jawbone adapts to the re-positioning of the teeth, further lowering the risk of unwanted drifting of the teeth.

The retainer itself consists of a wire that is bond to the lingual (back) side of the teeth.

Permanent retainers cannot take out like removable retainers. They are very comfortable, are placed on the back of your teeth (therefore INVISIBLE when you smile),

And can avoid unwanted teeth shifting since you can NOT “forget” to wear them (they are “glued” on).

While they make sure that your teeth will not revert to their angular position. That you had to straighten by wearing braces – they have their downsides, as well.

For instance, permanent retainers can make it difficult to clean your teeth thoroughly. This means that after permanent retainers fixed on your teeth, you will have to become quite religious about your oral hygiene.

Brushing and flossing are, indeed, more difficult, but failing to do a good job can lead to the accumulation of plaque and tartar (calculus). Gum disease is usually caused by these accumulations, which is the reason why you have to do your best to prevent them.

It recommended using a floss threader that specially designed to introduce between retainers and your teeth to help you clean them properly.

The main advantage of this type of retainer (permanent), however, is that they are very efficient. By wearing a retainer, you will make sure that your teeth will never go back to how they were.

They are sturdily built, as they may wear for the rest of a patient’s life, provided they are replaced every few years because of “wear and tear.” They do not require other orthodontic adjustments as removable retainers do.