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Our talented team of specialist orthodontists offer a wide choice of invisible, removable and hidden braces.
Hide your braces, show
your confidence
Hide your braces, show your confidence
Ensure your perfect results last a lifetime with our comfortable, high-quality retainers.
Ensure your perfect results last a lifetime with our comfortable, high-quality retainers.
When you complete your transformation, your teeth will have a tendency to drift back to their original positions – something we call orthodontic relapse.
Thankfully, we can keep your confident new smile in line with custom-made removable retainers and 12 months of aftercare.
A removable retainer is a clear, custom-moulded tray that sits over your newly straightened teeth to hold them in position. It’s important to wear them regularly as instructed by our team.
Keep your retainers safe in a protective box when you’re not wearing them. For extra peace of mind, we can always arrange to have a spare set made for you.
For the gold standard in smile protection, we offer Vivera retainers. Created by the makers of Invisalign, they are highly effective and stronger than other leading clear retainers. Their advanced construction makes them more durable, less likely to crack and even capable of withstanding teeth grinding.
Our Diamond Invisalign package includes three sets of Vivera retainers as standard, providing long-term security for your smile.
Orthodontic relapse is when your teeth move back towards their original positions after your treatment finishes. Because teeth can shift at any time, wearing a retainer is the only way to ensure your smile stays straight.
If your teeth have already started to relapse, we have a range of discreet braces that can help. Invisalign Express uses clear aligners to straighten mild movement in just a few months.
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If you lose or break your retainer, it is important to contact us as soon as possible for a replacement. Even a few days without a retainer can allow your teeth to start shifting back toward their original positions.
While all our retainers are high quality, Vivera retainers are made from a more durable, proprietary material. They are less likely to crack or stretch, making them an excellent long-term option for protecting your smile.
You should always remove your retainers before eating or drinking anything other than plain water. This prevents them from becoming damaged or stained and helps maintain good oral hygiene.
The best way to clean your retainers is to brush them gently with a soft toothbrush and cold water. Avoid using toothpaste as it can be abrasive, and never use hot water as it may warp the material. You can use cleaning tablets periodically to keep your retainers extra fresh.
You might notice a slight lisp when you first start wearing your removable retainers. This is completely normal as your tongue adjusts to the new material. Most patients find that their speech returns to normal within a few days of consistent wear.
If your retainer feels tight, it is usually a sign that your teeth have begun to shift slightly. This often happens if you have missed a few nights of wear. By wearing the retainer as instructed, your teeth should settle back into their correct positions and the tight sensation will gradually disappear. However, if the retainer is painful or no longer fits properly, please contact us for advice.
