Retainers

Retainers are an essential part of orthodontic care and help protect the result after braces or clear aligner treatment. Once active tooth movement is complete, the teeth still need support to maintain their new positions and reduce the risk of relapse over time.

Retention may include removable retainers, fixed retainers, or custom digital retainers, depending on the needs of the case.

Retainers
Removable retainers

Removable retainers

Removable retainers are custom-made appliances designed to maintain tooth alignment after treatment.

Features & benefits:

  • Precise fit
  • Removable for cleaning and oral hygiene
  • Discreet and convenient for long-term wear
  • Can be replaced if needed

Fixed retainers

Fixed retainers

Fixed retainers consist of a thin wire bonded behind selected teeth to provide continuous support.

Features & benefits:

  • Continuous retention
  • Hidden behind the teeth
  • Helpful in areas more prone to relapse
  • Supports long-term stability when maintained properly

Custom digital retainers

Custom digital retainers

Custom digital retainers may be designed using an intraoral scanner and a CAD/CAM workflow for a more precise and personalized fit.

Features & benefits:

  • Digital impressions without conventional molds
  • Highly accurate and customized fit
  • Improved comfort and consistency
  • Modern digital approach to long-term smile retention

At Dr. Basel Al-Midani’s practice, retention is planned with the same attention to detail as active treatment—helping preserve a healthy, balanced, and stable smile over the long term.