Ready to do something about your crooked teeth?  Your orthodontist is the one to see. Today, you have more braces options than ever, including traditional metal braces, less visible clear braces, and even Invisalign trays. If you’ve never had braces before, you might assume that once the braces come off, your teeth will be permanently straight forever.

Well, not exactly. While braces do a great job of moving your teeth into an optimal position, your teeth don’t always want to stay there. They don’t just stop moving once you get them in the right place. In fact, it’s very common for teeth to begin shifting back to their old positions after the braces come off.  That’s why your orthodontist will almost certainly direct you to wear a custom dental retainer to keep reminding your teeth where they belong. Some you may wear all day long initially, some only at night, some just a little of both to do the trick.

Custom dental retainers – although not as great as wearing no retainer at all – will help you keep your perfect smile for life.