
Essix Versus Hawley: Are Essix Retainers Better?
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

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

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,

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

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

The following article has been medically reviewed for factual accuracies and current orthodontic practices by Dr. Febin Mary George, DDS. Will teeth ever stop moving?

Do you grind your teeth at night (bruxism), but also need a retainer to keep your teeth straight? While particularly common in children, teeth grinding

No matter how well you look after your retainer, there’s no preparing for unexpected damage or loss. Whether it’s leaving your retainer in a hotel

While it may seem like your teeth are firmly attached to your jawbone and locked in place, that is only partially true. Teeth shifting naturally

Your worst fear comes true when you pull off your retainer and you hear a “snap”. Looking down in the palm of your hand your

You spent many months, or even years, wearing braces to improve your dental alignment and smile. In addition, you probably spent a pretty penny for