Retainers & Aftercare 5 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Here's a question I get all the time: someone skipped their retainer for a while, their teeth shifted a little, and now they want to know if slipping it back in will pull everything into place. The honest answer… Continue reading Do Retainers Move Teeth Back? Everything You Need to Know
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How Much Are Retainers? Your Complete Guide to Retainer Costs and Options
Retainers & Aftercare 6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics You just finished treatment, your smile looks great, and now there's a retainer to think about. The first question is almost always the same: how much does it cost? Fair, because a retainer isn't a one-time thing. You'll wear… Continue reading How Much Are Retainers? Your Complete Guide to Retainer Costs and Options
Best Ultrasonic Retainer Cleaners: An Orthodontist Guide
Retainers & Aftercare 8 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Retainers & Aftercare Short answer: An ultrasonic cleaner uses sound waves to lift bacteria and buildup out of the grooves a toothbrush cannot reach, in about five minutes and without scrubbing. You do not strictly need one, but… Continue reading Best Ultrasonic Retainer Cleaners: An Orthodontist Guide
The Complete Guide to Cleaning Your Retainer
Retainers & Aftercare 7 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Retainers & Aftercare Short answer: Rinse your retainer with lukewarm water every time it comes out of your mouth, brush it gently with a soft toothbrush and mild soap, and give it a deeper soak two to three… Continue reading The Complete Guide to Cleaning Your Retainer
Vivera Retainers: Keeping Your Smile Straight After Braces
5 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics • Retainers & Aftercare Finishing braces or aligners is a great feeling, but it is not quite the finish line. Teeth have long memories, and without a retainer they will slowly drift back toward where they started. That is where retainers like… Continue reading Vivera Retainers: Keeping Your Smile Straight After Braces