After Dr. Jesus Martinez removes your braces, your teeth have the potential to shift throughout your life. Retainers are essential tools designed to maintain the position of your teeth and prevent unwanted movement. At Martinez Orthodontics in Kendall, we provide custom-fitted retainers that are either fixed or removable, depending on what is most beneficial for your specific results.
Dr. Martinez recommends wearing your removable retainers 24/7 for the first year and then transitioning to nighttime wear to protect your investment. We offer four complimentary retainer follow-up visits during your first year in retention to ensure everything stays "on point."
If you have a fixed "permanent" retainer (a wire bonded behind your teeth), it requires extra care. These can build up tartar or break if you eat hard or sticky foods, so maintaining your hygiene and diet is crucial. After the time and effort spent achieving your beautiful, healthy smile at Martinez Orthodontics in Kendall, Miami, wearing your retainer is the only way to guarantee those results last a lifetime.