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Why are retainers important after orthodontic treatment?
Retainers are essential because your teeth naturally tend to shift back to their original positions after orthodontic treatment. Wearing retainers consistently prevents relapse, preserving your beautiful smile for years to come.
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How long do I need to wear my retainers?
Our orthodontist will provide specific guidance tailored to your situation.
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Are retainers comfortable?
Yes, retainers are custom-designed for a comfortable fit. Initially, they may feel snug, but this quickly becomes comfortable with regular wear.
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Can I eat or drink with my retainers in?
We recommend removing your retainers when eating or drinking anything other than water to prevent damage and maintain optimal hygiene.
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How should I clean my retainers?
Clean your retainers daily using a soft toothbrush with water or specialised retainer cleaning solutions. Proper maintenance ensures they remain effective and clear.
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How long do retainers last?
With proper care, retainers can last many years. We’ll provide detailed instructions on maintaining your retainers to maximise their lifespan.
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What if I lose or break my retainer?
Contact us immediately. We can arrange quick replacements to prevent any unwanted tooth movement and ensure continued orthodontic stability.
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Who oversees my retainer treatment and aftercare?
Your retainer care and aftercare programme will be managed by our expert Meet the Team, including specialist orthodontists and dedicated treatment coordinators committed to maintaining your results.
Retainers
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Essential aftercare to maintain your orthodontic results
Ensuring your beautiful new smile remains stable and secure
What Are Retainers?
Retainers are orthodontic appliances used to keep your teeth in place after completing braces or Invisalign treatment. Once your orthodontic journey concludes, your teeth can naturally move back toward their original positions. Retainers prevent this by maintaining your teeth in their new, corrected alignment. At our clinic, each retainer is custom-made from your final digital scans, offering a precise and comfortable fit.
We provide clear removable retainers (Essix retainers) and can also discuss fixed bonded retainers depending on your needs. We offer premium Vivera retainers. Our orthodontist will advise you on the most suitable type based on your treatment outcomes and personal preferences. Consistently wearing your retainers as recommended ensures your orthodontic results last a lifetime.
Benefits of Retainers with The Orthodontic Centre
- Custom-Made Fit – Retainers are individually designed using your final orthodontic scans for precise comfort and optimal effectiveness.
- Preserves Orthodontic Results – Prevents teeth from shifting back to their original positions after treatment.
- Discreet Design – Clear removable retainers are virtually invisible for subtle everyday wear.
- Two Sets of Retainers Included – We provide two sets of custom-made retainers to ensure you always have a backup.
- Comprehensive Aftercare – Ongoing support and regular reviews to maintain your orthodontic results.
Pricing & Finance
Custom retainers start from £85 per arch, with transparent pricing.
Visit our Fees page for a detailed breakdown.
Treatable Cases
Retainers are essential for every patient following orthodontic treatment, from mild cosmetic adjustments to severe orthodontic corrections. They play a vital role in ensuring your new alignment remains stable and secure for the long term.
Typical orthodontic outcomes retainers support include:
Results from mild cosmetic teeth straightening
Maintenance after moderate orthodontic alignment
Stability following severe orthodontic correction and jaw realignment
Crowding
Gapped Teeth
Underbite
Overbite
Openbite
Crossbite
Your patient journey
Your consultation
We offer straightforward consultations if you’ve completed orthodontic treatment or need replacement retainers. We’ll take updated digital scans, review your current dental alignment, and recommend the best retainer type for your long-term stability.
Your treatment
We’ll provide you with custom-made retainers and clear guidelines for their wear.
Our team will thoroughly explain how to maintain and care for your retainers properly.
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If you’re looking to straighten crooked teeth and give your smile, or your child’s smile a boost, why not get in touch to book an initial assessment.
“Both my son and I have have been receiving treatment from Mr O’Dwyer and the team at Sheffield Ortho Centre for the past 15 months and I could not be happier with the quality of service and care we have received during that time; the professionalism of those involved in the treatment, the attention to detail and care, and the friendly, personable approach from everybody we encountered at the practice was, without exception, exceptional.”
– Stuart
“Very happy with the end results and can’t wait to show off my new, perfect smile. Here, there are lovely and kind staff who were always happy to help when I needed it, even getting me in for same day appointments. Every appointment was quick and easy, making my braces journey fly by. Thank you so much!”
– Frances