8 Things To Know About Your Permanent Retainer
                     8 Things To Know 
About Your Permanent 
Retainer
What is a Permanent Retainer?
A permanent retainer is a fixed 
wire placed behind the teeth after 
braces to keep them in position, 
explains 1A Orthodontics. Unlike 
removable retainers, it is bonded 
to the teeth for lifelong wear to 
maintain your new smile.
Oral Hygiene
Tips from 1A Orthodontics 
for keeping your 
fixed braces retainer clean 
and avoiding plaque buildup.
Avoid Damage
Being careful not to break or 
loosen your invisible 
retainer with hard foods or 
impact.
Comfort
A new fixed braces retainer may feel 
awkward or cause minor speech changes 
at first. But with time, your mouth will 
adjust to the fixed wire behind your 
teeth for comfortable, long-term wear.
Speech Changes
Adjusting to subtle speech changes 
from fixed invisible retainers 
after braces.
Follow-Up Visits
Importance of continuing 
retainer braces check-ups 
with your London orthodontist 
at 1A Orthodontics.
Repairs
If your permanent retainer in 
London becomes loose, damaged, 
or lost, contact your orthodontist 
immediately. They can re-cement or 
replace the wire to preserve your 
corrected teeth position. 
Lifelong Wear
Fixed retainer teeth are 
designed for very long-term 
wear to maintain your smile.
A permanent retainer is a long-term 
commitment to preserve your straight 
teeth after braces. With proper care 
and ongoing adjustments as needed, it 
will support your beautiful new smile. 
Visit 1A Orthodontics with any 
permanent retainer concerns.