Retainer Placement
An appointment is usually made 1 week following braces removal for retainer placement. At this appointment, the orthodontist will make sure the retainer fits properly and provides the necessary retention of the teeth. Instructions are usually given to the patient (and parents, if the patient is a minor) regarding the proper wear and care of the appliances.
If the suggestions given are followed, and the retainers are worn as instructed, the risk of movement and relapse becomes very low.
