Retainers to hold that smile

When you finish your teeth straightening treatment and reveal your brand new smile to the world, it’s important to maintain your new look by wearing your custom-made retainers.

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Maintain your beautiful new smile
Stop your teeth moving back to their pre-treatment position
Enhance the stability of your bite
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What are removable retainers?

Retainers are appliances designed to keep your new smile in place. They look like a removable brace or a clear aligner. After you have your braces removed or complete your Invisalign treatment here at Cowbridge Dental Specialists, a retainer is really important as it prevents unwanted movement of your teeth, making sure you don’t lose the benefits of your orthodontic treatment.

Your dental retainer options

Retainers come in two main modes, fixed and removable.

  • A fixed retainer is a thin wire attached to the back surface of your teeth. This is permanently fixed and should be monitored regularly by your orthodontist. At Cowbridge Dental Specialists we recommend that fixed retainers should be used alongside a removable retainer.
  • Removable retainers are like thin mouthguards and sit over your teeth. Because they are removable they are easy to clean. To begin with, you’ll need to wear these day and night, but after your teeth have had time to settle, you’ll just wear them at night.

What is the retention phase of orthodontic treatment?

The retention phase is focused on ensuring your teeth stabilise in their new positions and adjust to their new alignment. After your braces or aligners have been removed, one of our specialists will design and fit retainers made just for you. 

It is recommended that you wear your retainers throughout your lifetime. This is because our teeth naturally change position over time and a retainer can prevent this from occurring.

Common questions about retainers
Will wearing a retainer affect my speech?
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Should I avoid certain foods and drinks when wearing a retainer?
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Can I remove my retainer?
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Do I still need to see my regular dentist?
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What do I do if my retainer breaks or I lose it?
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Why Cowbridge Dental Specialists?

Committed

We are dedicated to excellence and maintaining the highest standards in every area of our practice.

Caring

We treat every patient as we would one of our own family members - with genuine care and compassion.

Respectful

Your time is valuable so we won’t keep you waiting. Appointments run on time and work around your lifestyle.

Available

We are always here to help with any concerns and will fully explain our approach to your treatment.

Specialists

Led by specialists, our highly skilled team has many years of experience in orthodontics, gum health and restorative dental care.

Advanced

We use state-of-the-art digital technologies to provide modern and innovative dental techniques, for incredible results.

Accessible

Our practice is a friendly, relaxed environment, located on the high street and easy to access for wheelchair users.

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Start your journey to a straight smile with a complimentary consultation at Cowbridge Dental Specialists. Our experienced treatment coordinator will conduct a free digital scan to understand your smile needs and discuss suitable treatment options. We'll then guide you on the next steps towards achieving your dream smile.

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