“Do fixed retainers stop teeth from moving?”
I am a 28 year old female. I want to know if fixed retainers stop teeth from moving?
14 Answers
Usually if placed correctly and you don’t develop diabetes, low vitamin D or periodontal disease. Unfortunately your bone is solid like cement or steel. It’s subject to changes from mechanical forces, bad habits and disease. Always follow up with your dentist and orthodontist.
Yes they do, as long as they remain attached to the teeth. We recommend both a fixed retainer AND a removable retainer to wear at night. It is also good to have it as a backup in case the fixed retainer comes debonded, you can use the removable one until you can get back in to have it re-bonded or replaced.
Yes, it does.
Basically, yes. The teeth included in the fixed retainer will not move. The other teeth in the mouth may still have some movement depending upon their positions with adjacent teeth, and even with their opposing teeth.
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Yes, retainers will help maintain teeth in their proper position. Regular oral exams are needed to see that they are continuing to function as designed. Also, for professional cleanings and home care assistance.
Fixed retainers are placed in hopes to maintain the final position of orthodontic treatment. But many people don’t realize that when these retainers break, separate from the teeth or “snap” in spots then teeth will then start to move back to their original position.
Fixed retainers will stop teeth from moving if they remain in the same condition as when they were first placed.
Fixed retainers will stop teeth from moving if they remain in the same condition as when they were first placed.
I feel they do a good job of preventing teeth from moving. I also believe you have to utilize enough teeth and have the wire bonded to all the teeth that it is running alongside. I also recommend getting a removable retainer clear over the fixed retainer made so that if the fixed retainer breaks you can use this until it’s repaired and your teeth don’t shift
Best Regards,
Dr. Mark Berkowitz
Best Regards,
Dr. Mark Berkowitz
Yes, a fixed retainer will stop the teeth that are fixed from moving. Typically, fixed retainers are placed on the lower front 6 teeth and the upper 2-6.
Sincerely,
Dr. Rankin
Sincerely,
Dr. Rankin
Yes. Fixed retainers stop teeth from moving
Yes, they should. That’s the point of having a retainer. The nice thing about a fixed retainer is that you don’t have to remember to wear it. On the down side, they can break or bend which can move the teeth. They need to be maintained well and clean.
All retainers are designed to retain or hold teeth where they are. Fixed retainers do the best job since they can’t be removed. That said, there are two basic types of fixed retainers; one that is bonded to all the teeth included, and another that is bonded only to the teeth on either end.
In this picture, the two on the left and the one in the middle are bonded to all 6 (or 4) teeth assuring that none of the teeth move. The two on the right are bonded only to the end teeth which will allow a little movement of the teeth that are not bonded. Side note: it is a little easier to floss the type bonded only on the end since the floss can be threaded once and moved along the back of the teeth from tooth to tooth.
In this picture, the two on the left and the one in the middle are bonded to all 6 (or 4) teeth assuring that none of the teeth move. The two on the right are bonded only to the end teeth which will allow a little movement of the teeth that are not bonded. Side note: it is a little easier to floss the type bonded only on the end since the floss can be threaded once and moved along the back of the teeth from tooth to tooth.
Yes, fixed retainers are one of the best "insurance" policies to keep your teeth from shifting or relapsing.
Hello,
Fix retainers stop your teeth from moving as long as they are in place just like removable retainers. The main difference is that you know when your removable retainers are not in place. Fixed retainers can come off of a tooth ever so slightly without you knowing about it. This will allow that tooth to move. I personally have had this happen to me. If you are going to get fixed retainers then it is advisable to make sure you see your dentist every 6 months to make sure that they are still attached properly.
Hope this helps.
My best to you!
William F. Scott IV, DMD
Fix retainers stop your teeth from moving as long as they are in place just like removable retainers. The main difference is that you know when your removable retainers are not in place. Fixed retainers can come off of a tooth ever so slightly without you knowing about it. This will allow that tooth to move. I personally have had this happen to me. If you are going to get fixed retainers then it is advisable to make sure you see your dentist every 6 months to make sure that they are still attached properly.
Hope this helps.
My best to you!
William F. Scott IV, DMD
