Some frequently asked questions about removable braces What are removable braces? Removable braces are orthodontic appliances, which move the teeth selectively to correct your bite. They are not usually designed to straighten your teeth. Your bite is the way your top and bottom teeth meet. Do I still need to see my dentist when [...]
Looking after your fixed retainers Now that your teeth are straight your retainers are essential for keeping your teeth straight and your bite correct. If you do not follow these instructions your teeth will move out of alignment! You can now go back to a normal toothbrush as opposed to the orthodontic [...]
Vacuum Formed Retainers (Essix retainers) FAQ The reason you need to wear retainers is that your teeth are not stuck directly to your jaw bone, they sit in a space and are held into place by millions of fibres like ropes. When we move your teeth these fibres are stretched and [...]