After your teeth have been straightened, our orthodontist will fit you with a retainer. Retainers help to keep your teeth in place, maintaining the beautiful smile you have worked so hard to achieve. To learn more about retainers in Payson, Utah, and to make your appointment with Dr. Brian Kraft, please call Payson Dental and Orthodontics at 801-465-7966 today.

A retainer is a custom-made oral appliance often used to maintain the alignment of your teeth after orthodontic treatment. If you have finished your orthodontic treatment, such as braces, our dentist may recommend a retainer to keep your smile properly aligned. As you age, your teeth tend to shift; the retainer ensures that your teeth remain in correct alignment for optimal oral health, functionality, and appearance. There are three main types of retainers available:

• Hawley retainers consist of wires and clasps embedded in a plastic body that covers the roof of the mouth (for the upper arch) or lies along the tongue side of the teeth (for the lower arch). The clasps fit around certain teeth to anchor the retainer in place, while the wire arches across the front of the teeth to maintain their alignment.
• Clear retainers are made of clear plastic and fit snugly over the teeth. A clear retainer is usually more discreet than a Hawley retainer, although it may not be as durable.
• Fixed retainers, also called bonded or permanent retainers, are permanently attached to the backside of the front teeth. This prevents the teeth from shifting out of place, and it can only be removed by your dentist.

Our dentist will help you determine whether you need a retainer after your orthodontic treatment. For more information, we welcome you to call us today!