Retainers are of two types, removable or fixed. Removable As the name suggests these can be removed. There are a variety of different types. The most effective of which are the thin clear gum shield type, known as Essix retainers, as shown above. For them to be...

Retention refers to the means by which the teeth are kept in place following the end of orthodontic treatment commonly known as braces. Why Do We Need Retention? We now know that this is just as important as the phase when braces are working their magic and moving the...