After your braces have been removed, a retainer is an orthodontic device that is utilized to maintain the straightness of your teeth. Typically composed of sturdy plastic and occasionally including a wire to hold your teeth in the proper position, retainers are crucial in ensuring that your teeth stay aligned post-treatment.
Without the use of a retainer, the elastic ligaments that attach your teeth to your jaw can gradually shift your teeth back to their original positions. It is imperative to select the appropriate retainer to guarantee the continued straightness of your smile once your braces have been removed.
Throughout your entire life, your jaw structure development will impact the health of your airway, teeth, and tongue posture. Did you know that healthy breathing requires breathing through your nose? When anatomical variations are present in the nasal passageway, jaw structure, or tongue posture, improper breathing or sleep disturbances can develop. There can be major impacts on your health and quality of life for you or your child.
Dr. Reese McElveen, our award-winning orthodontist in Charleston, South Carolina has transformed the smiles of over 11,000 patients. Reese Orthodontics offers the most advanced orthodontic care for children and adults. Types of braces and orthodontic treatment include metal braces, clear braces, gold braces, Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, Damon Braces, SureSmile. Dr. Reese can even help you achieve your confident smile faster with AcceleDent.
Call 843.573.7279 today to schedule your appointment with our board certified orthodontist in Charleston, SC, at our conveniently located Charleston orthodontic office. Come experience Reese Orthodontics and you will see for yourself that we offer innovative and effective orthodontic care in Charleston, Downtown Charleston, West Ashley, James Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Johns Island, Goose Creek, Hanahan and Ladson, South Carolina (SC).
