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Custom Retainers – Keep Your Smile Straight for Life
Protect Your Smile with High-Quality Retainers from Prestige Smiles
Congratulations on completing your orthodontic journey! Now that your teeth are perfectly aligned, wearing a retainer is essential to keep your smile looking its best. At Prestige Smiles, we specialize in providing custom retainers to help maintain your results and prevent your teeth from shifting after braces or Invisalign® treatment.
Why Retainers Are Important After Braces or Invisalign®
After your braces are removed or your Invisalign® treatment is complete, your teeth naturally want to shift back to their original positions. A professionally fitted retainer helps hold your teeth in place, allowing the bone and surrounding tissues to adjust and stabilize. Without a retainer, your teeth may gradually shift, undoing the progress you’ve made.
Wearing your retainer as prescribed by your orthodontist is the key to maintaining a straight and healthy smile long-term.
Types of Retainers
At Prestige Smiles, we provide custom-made retainers designed for comfort and durability. Our most popular options are:
Essix Passive Retainer
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Made from clear, high-quality plastic for a virtually invisible look
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Custom-molded for a snug fit and maximum retention
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Comfortable to wear day and night
These retainers are discreet, easy to wear, and highly effective at maintaining your newly aligned smile.
Bonded Lingual Retainer
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Invisible & Comfortable – Placed behind the teeth for a discreet look and natural feel.
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Always Working – Fixed to your teeth, providing constant retention without needing to remember to wear it.
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Effective for Long-Term Stability – Ideal for preventing teeth from shifting, especially the lower front teeth.
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Low Maintenance – No risk of losing it; just brush and floss regularly to keep it clean.
Bonded lingual retainers offer a hassle-free, long-term solution for maintaining your straight smile.
How to Care for Your Retainer
To keep your retainer in top condition and maintain its effectiveness, follow these care tips:
🦷 Wear Schedule:
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Wear your Essix retainer full-time for the first 6 weeks after treatment, then switch to wearing it nightly while you sleep.
🦷 Cleaning Instructions:
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Clean your retainer daily using cold water, soap, and Q-tips.
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Avoid toothpaste and hot water — they can scratch or warp the plastic.
🦷 Proper Storage:
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Always store your retainer in its protective case when not in use.
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Keep it away from heat sources like hot cars or laundry pockets — heat can distort the fit.
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Keep it away from pets — dogs love to chew on retainers!
🦷 Check-Ups:
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Bring your retainer to every orthodontic check-up so we can ensure it fits properly and functions as it should.
🚨 Remember: "If it's not in your face, it's in your case!"
Benefits of wearing a retainer
✔️ Maintains the alignment of your teeth after braces or Invisalign®
✔️ Prevents teeth from shifting over time
✔️ Helps protect your investment in orthodontic treatment
✔️ Comfortable, discreet, and easy to wear
Why Choose Prestige Orthodontics
for Retainers in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands
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Experienced Orthodontists – Our team has years of experience in creating custom-fitted retainers.
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Advanced Technology – We use state-of-the-art digital scanning to ensure a perfect fit.
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Patient-Focused Care – We’ll guide you through every step to keep your smile straight and healthy.
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Fast Replacements – Quick turnaround if your retainer is lost or damaged.
