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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nWhen\nyou come to Aura Dental<\/strong>, we will aim\nto help you get the smile you want, and our dentist St John\u2019s Wood<\/a> will be on\nhand to help you maintain your newly aligned smile, as well as any fixed\northodontic tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the orthodontic tools we see a lot is a\nfixed retainer. Here, our dentist St John\u2019s Wood<\/strong>,\nwill explore their role in your orthodontic journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Understanding fixed dental retainers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fixed dental retainers, often referred to as\nbonded or permanent retainers, are slender wires made from special materials\nlike stainless steel or composite. These wires are custom-made to the lingual\n(tongue-side) surface of the teeth. Unlike removable retainers that require\ndiligent wear, fixed retainers work silently behind the scenes to keep teeth in\ntheir desired positions. They are typically attached to the teeth on both the\nupper and lower dental arches, creating a discreet but reliable retention\nsolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With this device, you will need to make sure you\nmaintain dental hygiene to a high level, and our dentist St John’s\nWood<\/strong> can help you do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why do I need a fixed retainer?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, there are many reasons why you would\nneed to wear a fixed retainer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Continuous retention<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the key benefits of fixed dental retainers\nis their consistent and uninterrupted retention. Since they are always in\nplace, there’s no room for forgetfulness or neglect that might occur with\nremovable retainers; this ensures that the teeth maintain their alignment over\nthe long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Invisibility<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fixed retainers are virtually invisible to the\nnaked eye. Placed on the lingual side of the teeth, they remain hidden from\nview when you smile, talk, or eat; this makes them a popular choice for\nindividuals who want to maintain their orthodontic results without drawing\nattention to their dental appliances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Comfort<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While some patients might experience initial\ndiscomfort as they adjust to the presence of the retainer, fixed dental\nretainers tend to be quite comfortable once this adjustment period is over.\nUnlike removable retainers, there’s no need to get used to the sensation of\nplacing and removing them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Convenience<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Since fixed retainers don’t require removal for\neating or cleaning, they offer unparalleled convenience. There’s no need to\nremember to put them back in after meals, and maintaining oral hygiene is relatively\nstraightforward, though some special techniques might be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Efficiency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fixed retainers work actively to prevent any minor shifting that could occur after orthodontic treatment. They act as a safeguard, ensuring that the investment in braces or aligners doesn’t go to waste. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, as they are fixed, you will need to ensure that your oral hygiene is kept to a higher level, much as you did when you wore braces; this is where our dental team can help by providing dental cleanings and scaling treatments to remove calculus and plaque. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In the realm of orthodontics, the journey to a beautifully aligned smile doesn’t end with braces or aligners. The role of retention is crucial to maintaining the results achieved through orthodontic treatment. 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