Retainers keep your teeth in place after straightening with braces, aligners, or other devices. Oral healthcare providers, such as orthodontists, can also use retainers to improve your bite, move one ...

Retainers are orthodontic devices designed to be worn after oral surgery or use of teeth-straightening devices. They help to hold teeth in place as the bone and soft tissue adapt to the shift in ...

Medically reviewed by: Melanie L. Pitone, MDThis link opens in a new tab Learn About the Dental Program at Nemours Children's HealthThis link opens in a new tab How long you need to wear your retainer ...

Orthodontic treatment to straighten and align teeth has been around for a long time, but the results have never lasted permanently. Orthodontists worked to create a retention solution to make results ...

There are two basic types of retainers: removable and permanent. Your orthodontist helps you choose the best type for you based on what you needed braces for and any conditions you might have. You may ...