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Download NowPerhaps you had braces in your childhood and remember the retainer you wore afterward to keep your teeth straight. Or, maybe you had orthodontic treatment in adulthood and still have the retainer you were given. If your teeth have shifted over time, you may even wonder:
Can retainers straighten teeth?
Some people have even gone as far as to ask themselves:
Will putting in an old retainer straighten my teeth?
While these are perfectly reasonable questions to ponder, they are better posed to your dentist or orthodontist. At Penn Dental Family Practice, our dental and orthodontic specialists are committed to helping our patients safely and effectively achieve their smile goals. So, let’s take a look at whether using a retainer will help straighten your teeth—or if there is another option that will better meet your needs.
First and foremost, it’s worth considering how far braces have come since their inception. Perhaps most important to many, they are infinitely more attractive. Today’s brackets are smaller, and fewer rubber bands are used (if they are used at all.) Still—many people look at alternatives to braces when they want to straighten their teeth.
There are actually a few methods of straightening teeth that some people may be able to consider. Because a removable option is so appealing, may wonder: Can retainers straighten teeth?
For a limited number of people, yes, retainers can straighten teeth. However, it is important to visit one of our orthodontists for a consultation. Based on your situation, they will let you know if you are a good candidate for retainers, or if an alternative solution would be better. Although each patient is different, your provider will consider the following:
As an adult, you are a good candidate if:
As a child, you are a good candidate if:
As we’ve mentioned, the best way to know for sure which method of straightening teeth is best for you is to have a visit with one of our PDFP orthodontists. In addition to traditional braces and removable retainers, many patients have been pleased with the results from invisible braces.
Invisible braces are similar to retainers in that they are also removable. Treatment with clear aligners differs in that:
The best part about coming to Penn Dental Family Practice and getting started on your invisible braces journey is the quality doctors we provide for you. And, don’t forget to request your free invisible braces consultation to get started!Can retainers straighten teeth for you and your family? Or, could invisible braces be the best treatment? Find out now. For more information on how Penn Dental Family Practice can give you a beautiful smile, give us a call today!
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