Have you ever had braces? Then you probably are aware of the hassle that comes along with having a retainer. Thankfully, dental retainers are custom-made and come in different types, including ...

If you wear a retainer, you might be wondering how to care for it. Your retainer sits inside your mouth and against your teeth, so it quickly accumulates bacteria, plaque, and tartar. Just like you ...

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My son got his braces off recently, and I'm fighting with him about wearing his retainer. Do orthodontists have suggestions to encourage compliance? For the first six months to a year, it's critical ...

After receiving orthodontic treatment, patients are assigned a retainer. Removable retainers may be worn only at night or throughout the day. Can these retainers harbor bacteria and lead to cavities?