In the fall of 2021, JustRetainers began the process of shutting down and closing business. If you ordered from them during this time, communication has been sparse or non-existent. Existing customers are facing the same hassle of trying to get an answer to what is going on with JustRetainers. If you happen to lose your […]
As an athlete, your mouthguard is often a regular part of your equipment. While you might change your cleats as they wear down, how do you know when it is time to replace your mouthguard? While mouthguards are meant to be durable, they do wear down and need replacement. These four signs will help you […]
Vivera retainers are the device that Invisalign offers after you have finished your teeth aligning using the Invisalign teeth straightening process. The Vivera retainer keeps your teeth in their new place and prevents them from moving back to their previous locations. Unfortunately, vivera retainer prices can be a bit expensive. Vivera retainers can sometimes be […]
Everyone wants to have a smile that lights up a room. For some people, that means straightening their teeth or correcting an over or underbite. For others, it means whitening their teeth to make their smile sparkle. Some people are lucky enough to have straight, white teeth but an unsightly gap can hold back their […]
You spent lots of time and money for orthodontic treatment to straighten your teeth and give you a beautiful smile. Now, you wear your Essix retainer to help retain that smile. In many ways, your retainer is insurance for your teeth. But, in order to keep your teeth in place and healthy, you must take […]
The following article has been medically reviewed for factual accuracies and current orthodontic practices by Dr. Febin Mary George, DDS.  Being aware of an unconscious habit can be difficult at the best of times. That gets even harder if it’s a habit that you do in your sleep. That’s why we’ve put together five teeth […]
Your braces are finally off and you have a beautiful new smile. While many believe this is the end of their orthodontic treatment, this is only a small portion. The next stage is retention and requires the wearing of a retainer. But which retainer is best? When it comes to retainers, there are two main […]
Essix retainers are a clear molded plastic that fits snugly over your teeth. They look very similar to clear dental aligners used for orthodontic treatments, such as Invisalign. Because of this, many people often wonder if these retainers are able to move teeth. While retainers are designed to keep teeth in place after orthodontic treatment, […]
It is almost time for your braces to finally come off and reveal your beautiful new smile. However, now you and your orthodontist have to decide on the best retainer to use in order to keep that smile. In many cases, your orthodontist may have a particular retainer that they recommend, but it also comes […]
You spent months or years wearing braces to improve your dental alignment and get the beautiful smile you desired. After braces, your retainer is an insurance policy for your teeth, helping you to retain that beautiful smile. So that obviously means you want a retainer that is effective for dental retention! But, at the same […]
