3 Big Reasons to Wear Your Retainer

If you’ve just completed treatment with Smart Moves aligners, you’re no stranger to wearing orthodontic devices on your teeth. But before you think your teeth are finally free, don’t forget about your retainers. While you may not need to wear them for as much of your day as you did your aligners, your retainers still play an important role in keeping your teeth looking straight and healthy. Here’s why you should always wear them exactly as prescribed!

They Maintain Your Results

You just spent valuable time and money in your teeth by undergoing treatment with clear aligners. But to maintain your results, your teeth may still need a little help. That’s why your dentist recommended you wear a retainer. Retainers “retain” the positioning of your teeth, so your investment in your smile stays safe, and they don’t shift back to their original position.

It Prevents Clenching

Sometimes people have a tendency to clench their jaw or teeth after their orthodontic treatment. When you wear a retainer, it helps prevent you from doing this, so your results stay safe and you don’t put your teeth and jaw at risk from the side effects of clenching, such as temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

They Finish the Job

Sometimes when undergoing treatment with aligners, your teeth need just a little bit more refinement before they’ve completed their journey. Thus, your dentist will finish off the last stages with a retainer. This allows you to start enjoying the freedom of not wearing your aligners for 22 hours a day, all the while continuing to guide your teeth into their desired positions.

Remember, your retainer is the best way to maintain your new smile, so don’t risk your investment. Be sure to wear it exactly as prescribed and you’ll enjoy the results of your aligner treatment for a lifetime!

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At Gerome & Patrice Family Dentistry, we’re committed to helping you achieve your best smile ever. Whether you need a cleaning and exam, a dental implant, or you’re ready to straighten your teeth with the help of Smart Moves aligners, we’re here to help.

To schedule an orthodontic appointment, please visit our website or call us today at 513-677-1349.