Protecting Your Smile for Life
Custom Retainers Built To Last at Labbe Family Orthodontics
Your smile is worth keeping, so let’s make it last! At Labbe Family Orthodontics, we know that finishing braces or Invisalign® is a huge milestone, but it’s not the end of your smile journey. Retainers play a key role in maintaining your results and keeping your teeth beautifully aligned for life.
Once you’re ready for retainers, our friendly team is here to guide you every step of the way with personalized care and comfort. With four convenient locations in Annapolis, Bowie, Crofton, and Greenbelt, we make it easy to protect your smile.
What Are Retainers and Why Do They Matter?
Retainers are custom-made appliances designed to hold your teeth in their new positions after orthodontic treatment. While braces or aligners move your teeth into place, retainers help keep them there, preventing them from slowly shifting back over time.
This is important because your teeth and jaws are always on the move. Wearing your retainer as instructed is the best way to protect the time, effort, and investment you’ve made in your smile. At Labbe Family Orthodontics, we offer two types of retainers to fit your needs and lifestyle, ensuring that your results last for life.
Retainers at Labbe Family Orthodontics
At Labbe Family Orthodontics, we offer two types of retainers to help you maintain your beautiful results. Both are custom-made for comfort and effectiveness, and our team will help you choose the one that fits your needs and lifestyle best.
Wired Hawley Retainers
Hawley retainers are made with a thin metal wire that wraps around the front teeth and a sturdy acrylic base that fits comfortably along the roof of your mouth or behind your lower teeth. These retainers are known for their durability and adjustability. They can be easily adjusted by your orthodontist if small tooth movements are ever needed. Plus, they’re easy to clean!
Clear Tru-Tain Retainers
Tru-Tain retainers are a clear, removable retainer option that fits snugly over your teeth, similar to Invisalign aligners. Made from a smooth plastic material, these retainers are nearly invisible and ideal for patients who prefer a more discreet way to maintain their smile. These retainers are lightweight, easy to wear, and great for everyday use. Many patients love Tru-Tain retainers for their simplicity and comfort, especially when worn consistently as prescribed.
Caring for Your Removable Retainer
Taking good care of your retainer is just as important as wearing it. Proper maintenance helps extend its life, keeps it clean, and protects your smile results. Here are a few simple tips from the team at Labbe Family Orthodontics:
Clean It Daily
Use a soft toothbrush and mild soap to gently clean your retainer each day. Don’t use toothpaste, as it can be too abrasive and may scratch the surface.
Keep It Cool
Heat can warp your retainer, so avoid hot water, dishwashers, or leaving it in a hot car.
Use Your Case
Anytime your retainer isn’t in your mouth, place it in its case. This helps prevent damage or accidentally throwing it away.
Watch Out for Pets
Dogs especially love to chew on retainers, so be sure to store yours somewhere safe and out of reach.
Taking just a few minutes a day to care for your retainer will go a long way in keeping your smile healthy and aligned.
Keep Your Smile for Life With Labbe Family Orthodontics!
Your smile journey doesn’t end when the braces come off or the aligners are done; it continues with consistent retainer wear and the support of a team who’s always cheering you on. At Labbe Family Orthodontics, we’re here to help you protect your results and keep your smile looking its best for years to come.
We’re ready to provide you with a custom retainer following your braces or Invisalign treatment with us. Best of all? Retainers are included as part of your treatment cost! If you’re ready to begin treatment, schedule your complimentary consultation today and get ready for the smile journey of a lifetime!