Retainers

After braces are removed, a 'retainer' will be used to keep your teeth in their final adjusted position.

Do you have to wear it?? .. Yes.



As it can take several months for your bone and ligaments to 'remember' the new position of your teeth, most people will need to wear their retainer all day and night (don't worry, you can get clear ones! :) for around 6 months after getting their braces off, followed by 6-12 months of night-time wear. After this period, the need for retainer use typically decreases over time.