{"id":2885,"date":"2026-06-03T12:02:57","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T11:02:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/?p=2885"},"modified":"2026-06-04T13:19:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T12:19:29","slug":"retainers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/","title":{"rendered":"What are orthodontic removable retainers used for, and are they necessary for you as well?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/#How_important_are_retainers_in_orthodontic_therapy\" >How important are retainers in orthodontic therapy?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/#What_is_the_additional_role_of_retention_plastic_retainers\" >What is the additional role of retention plastic retainers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/#Are_retainers_the_same_for_everyone\" >Are retainers the same for everyone?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/#How_long_do_you_need_to_wear_retainers\" >How long do you need to wear retainers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/#Hygiene_of_retainers\" >Hygiene of retainers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/#How_does_the_age_of_the_patient_affect_the_use_of_retention_aligners\" >How does the age of the patient affect the use of retention aligners?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/retainers\/#Are_retention_trays_necessary_for_you_as_well\" >Are retention trays necessary for you as well?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"140\"><strong>Retainers<\/strong> are a type of orthodontic appliance that is worn over the teeth or bonded to them after the completion of <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/dental-interventions\/orthodontics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>fixed appliance therapy<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"290\">There are two types of retainers (fixed \u2013 wire and removable \u2013 plastic). This blog will focus on the second type, i.e., <strong>retention plastic retainers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"457\">The purpose of using these almost invisible appliances is to maintain the results of the therapy, i.e., to help the teeth stay in their modified, corrected position.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"510\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_important_are_retainers_in_orthodontic_therapy\"><\/span>How important are retainers in orthodontic therapy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"753\"><strong>Orthodontic retention trays<\/strong> are made from plastic (medical <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Polyurethane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>polyurethane<\/strong><\/a>) and are strong enough for their intended purpose. At the same time, they are comfortable to wear, do not cause pain, and do not create significant discomfort for the patient.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"895\">They are recommended immediately after removing the fixed appliance as therapy to maintain the current appearance and position of the teeth.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2892\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2892\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2892 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-2.jpg\" alt=\"retainers dr veselinovi\u0107 2\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2892\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Dr. Veselinovi\u0107 dental clinic<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1201\">The process of correcting irregularities in the upper and\/or lower permanent dentition is long-lasting and often challenging. Therefore, the patient is expected to demonstrate great patience, persistence, and good hygiene habits. Along with regular dental <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>check-ups<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1299\">Understanding the procedure itself and cooperating with the <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/our-team\/dr-jasna-veselinovic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>orthodontist<\/strong><\/a> is also very important.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1461\"><em>Active movement of the teeth in most patients ends after two years. Once the appliance is removed, the retention phase follows \u2013 maintaining the achieved state.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1637\">For a while after completing orthodontic treatment, the teeth are unstable in their new position. Until the jawbones, alveoli, and ligaments adjust to the newly formed change.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1888\">Chewing or teeth grinding can lead to separation, shifting, and the teeth returning to their original position. Which could further lead to the development of malocclusion. This means that the teeth would no longer be aligned and perfectly straight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"2009\">Thus, if <strong>retainers<\/strong> are not worn during this sensitive period, relapse would occur, and all the effort would be in vain.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2089\">Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/fixed-braces-herceg-novi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>The most efficient fixed braces for all ages in Herceg Novi! &gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/a><\/pre>\n<h3 data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2150\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_additional_role_of_retention_plastic_retainers\"><\/span>What is the additional role of retention plastic retainers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2254\">In addition to establishing resistance of the teeth, <strong>retainers<\/strong> also help stabilize the bite.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2439\">During this period, it is important that the patient follows the instructions of the <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/our-team\/dr-jasna-veselinovic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>orthodontist<\/strong><\/a> regarding how to care for and how long to use the final phase of orthodontic therapy.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2477\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_retainers_the_same_for_everyone\"><\/span>Are retainers the same for everyone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2640\">No, retention retainers are made for each patient individually, according to the unique impression of their teeth, to which they fit. Just like <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/dental-interventions\/orthodontics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>fixed appliances<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2710\">An individualized approach is crucial even in the case of <strong>retainers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2799\">Accordingly, patients may have the option to choose the color version of the retainers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2884\">However, they are almost always transparent and are rarely made in any other color.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2893\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2893\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2893 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-3.jpg\" alt=\"retainers dr veselinovi\u0107 3\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-3.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/retainers-dr-veselinovic-3-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2893\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Freepik, Tonodiaz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<pre data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2991\">Read also: <strong>Mini-implants in orthodontics \u2013 For your perfectly straight teeth! &gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/pre>\n<h2 data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3032\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_you_need_to_wear_retainers\"><\/span>How long do you need to wear retainers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3178\">The retention phase lasts at least 4\u20136 months. <strong>Retainers<\/strong> are worn 24\/7, every day without exception, and it takes some time to get used to them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3302\">Retention retainers are only removed when eating\/drinking and for cleaning. They should not be chewed, especially not gum!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3376\">To prevent damage or breakage, they must be placed in a designated case.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3511\"><em>They should never be left unprotected in a pocket or bag, or wrapped in a napkin on a table, as they can accidentally be thrown away.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3607\">In case of loss, new ones should be made as soon as possible to avoid unwanted teeth shifting.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3770\">Also, they should not be left in a hot car or near a stove or other heating appliances, nor within reach of pets that could chew them and cause permanent damage.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"3802\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hygiene_of_retainers\"><\/span>Hygiene of retainers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3804\" data-end=\"3973\">Hygiene is maintained the same way as brushing teeth: at least twice a day. Using a soft toothbrush, gentle movements, antibacterial solution, and warm (not hot!) water.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3975\" data-end=\"4068\">They should never be boiled, washed in a dishwasher, or placed in a microwave for any reason!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4070\" data-end=\"4185\">Once a week, they should be soaked in a special solution \u2013 a cleaner to remove food residues, bacteria, and plaque.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4314\">Toothpastes, which are naturally abrasive, are not recommended for cleaning <strong>retainers<\/strong> due to potential damage they could cause.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4376\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_age_of_the_patient_affect_the_use_of_retention_aligners\"><\/span>How does the age of the patient affect the use of retention aligners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4378\" data-end=\"4494\">Since both children and adults can wear <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/fixed-braces-herceg-novi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>fixed appliances<\/strong><\/a>, <strong>retainers<\/strong> are a mandatory part of therapy for both groups.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4496\" data-end=\"4581\">However, the patient\u2019s age can influence the duration of wearing retention retainers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4583\" data-end=\"4717\">Namely, if a fixed appliance is worn by an adult, there is a higher probability that the teeth will return to their original position.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4719\" data-end=\"4954\">After the age of 18, the growth and development of the skeleton (and thus the jaw) is complete. And, the fibrous tissue connections to the teeth are stronger than in children. Therefore, in adult patients, the risk of relapse is higher.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4956\" data-end=\"5006\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_retention_trays_necessary_for_you_as_well\"><\/span>Are retention trays necessary for you as well?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5008\" data-end=\"5224\">Based on the information provided, you can conclude for yourself: although fixed appliance therapy lasted a long time, you should not give up at the end. In this sense, retention retainers are also necessary for you.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5226\" data-end=\"5338\"><em><strong>Retainers<\/strong> will help ensure that the results you have achieved through hard work and persistence last a lifetime.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5340\" data-end=\"5536\">At the <a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/about-us-dr-veselinovic-clinic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><em>Dr. Veselinovi\u0107<\/em> dental clinic<\/strong><\/a>, you will receive complete orthodontic therapy. Planned and executed according to your individual needs. And, in line with the highest standards of orthodontics.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"5538\" data-end=\"5622\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drveselinovic.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Schedule a specialist consultation<\/strong><\/a> and give your teeth the best care and aesthetics.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"5624\" data-end=\"5665\">Read also: <strong>How does a lip bumper work? &gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"5624\" data-end=\"5665\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Retainers are a type of orthodontic appliance that is worn over the teeth or bonded to them after the completion of fixed appliance 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