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If you\u2019ve just completed treatment with Smart Moves aligners<\/a>, you\u2019re no stranger to wearing orthodontic devices on your teeth. But before you think your teeth are finally free, don\u2019t 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\u2019s why you should always wear them exactly as prescribed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

They Maintain Your Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019s why your dentist recommended you wear a retainer. Retainers \u201cretain\u201d the positioning of your teeth, so your investment in your smile stays safe, and they don\u2019t shift back to their original position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Prevents Clenching<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019t put your teeth and jaw at risk from the side effects of clenching, such as temporomandibular joint dysfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Finish the Job<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes when undergoing treatment with aligners, your teeth need just a little bit more refinement before they\u2019ve 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, your retainer is the best way to maintain your new smile, so don\u2019t risk your investment. Be sure to wear it exactly as prescribed and you\u2019ll enjoy the results of your aligner treatment for a lifetime!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Gerome & Patrice Family Dentistry<\/a>, we\u2019re committed to helping you achieve your best smile ever. Whether you need a cleaning and exam, a dental implant, or you\u2019re ready to straighten your teeth with the help of Smart Moves aligners, we\u2019re here to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To schedule an orthodontic appointment, please visit our website<\/a> or call us today at 513-677-1349.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve just completed treatment with Smart Moves aligners, you\u2019re no stranger to wearing orthodontic devices on your teeth. But before you think your teeth are finally free, don\u2019t forget about your retainers. 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