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What are Bonded Lingual Retainers?

What are Bonded Lingual Retainers?

by Dr. Richard Lee | Jan 19, 2023 | General Orthodontics, Retainers

Braces can be bulky, painful, and challenging to clean; that’s why so many orthodontic patients look forward to the day when it’s time to remove them. However, it is essential to remember that orthodontic treatment doesn’t end with the brace removal;...
What are the Results of Not Wearing Your Retainer?

What are the Results of Not Wearing Your Retainer?

by Dr. Richard Lee | Nov 2, 2022 | General Orthodontics, Orthodontic Treatments

Congratulations, your braces are finally off! After wearing braces and getting regular orthodontic appointments, you can now enjoy the results. Your dream smile is finally here! However, while we hate to break this news, your orthodontic treatment is still not over....
What Types of Removable Retainers Do We Use at Patuxent Orthodontics?

What Types of Removable Retainers Do We Use at Patuxent Orthodontics?

by Dr. Richard Lee | Jun 9, 2022 | General Orthodontics, Retainers

It’s official: you’re now braces-free! Congratulations! It has taken your braces months, maybe years, to gently shift your teeth into new positions that give you a healthier mouth and a beautiful smile. With the help of your orthodontist, you now want to...
Orthodontic Retainers: Why Do My Retainers Hurt?

Orthodontic Retainers: Why Do My Retainers Hurt?

by Dr. Richard Lee | Dec 6, 2021 | General Orthodontics, Orthodontic Treatments, Retainers

To prevent the teeth from shifting after braces removal, a custom-made appliance called orthodontic retainer is used. Its purpose is to keep those teeth in place. Anything that can control the movement of the sensitive bones and ligaments in your mouth sounds painful....

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