- Orthodontic Retainers in La Porte and Michigan City, IN
- Why Is Orthodontic Retention Necessary?
- Retainers We Offer
- Long-Term Security for Your Smile
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- Manage Your Orthodontic Health with Confidence
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A long-lasting orthodontic result requires a reliable maintenance plan. After completing Invisalign® treatment or braces, the teeth require a period of stabilization. We provide custom-fitted retainers to ensure your teeth remain in their precise, prescribed positions.
Why Is Orthodontic Retention Necessary?
Teeth possess a natural tendency to shift over time. This movement is a biological certainty, which is why we provide a retainer at the conclusion of treatment to keep your teeth in their new positions. Whether you are finishing with braces or Invisalign® treatment, wearing a retainer as directed is the only way to secure your investment in your oral health.
Retainers We Offer
We provide three primary types of retainers, each selected based on the specific clinical needs of the patient.
Vivera™ Retainers
Vivera retainers are custom-molded, transparent trays that fit precisely over your teeth. They are a popular choice for patients who used Invisalign® clear aligners because they are virtually invisible. Initially, we prescribe wearing these for 18 to 24 hours a day, eventually transitioning to overnight use only.
Hawley Retainers
The Hawley retainer is a durable, traditional option made of a metal wire and a sturdy acrylic base. This design allows for minor adjustments if needed and is known for its long-term reliability and ease of cleaning.
Bonded Retainers
Often called permanent or fixed retainers, these consist of a thin wire bonded to the back of the front teeth. This provides a secure, constant level of retention without the need for patient removal. We often recommend these following orthognathic surgery or complex alignment cases to ensure maximum stability.
Long-Term Security for Your Smile
Have questions about a broken or missing retainer? Get in touch with our team as soon as possible, and we will get you in to have a new one fitted for you. But hurry, your teeth will begin to shift immediately without the consistent use of a retainer!
Can we fit a retainer if you were treated elsewhere?
Yes. Our mastery of orthodontic tools allows us to provide a precise fit for any patient, regardless of where they received their initial treatment. We invite you to visit our La Porte office or Michigan City office for a digital assessment.
Fryar Orthodontics Reviews
The staff is very friendly and helpful. My 2 kids love going there for their braces. Nice easy flexible payment plans. Timely appointment reminders for appointments. Appointment times for almost any schedule.
My husband took our daughter for a consultation. He said they all were Very friendly And helpful!
Both of my daughter had their braces with Fryar and we had a great experience thru both treatments
Everyone in this office is so kind! Dr. Fryar is the best of the best, I would not go anywhere else!
Great staff and treatment.
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Manage Your Orthodontic Health with Confidence
Clinical excellence is accessible to everyone. We offer a free orthodontic consultation to evaluate your current alignment and recommend the most effective retention strategy. To help manage costs, we provide flexible payment options and accept most insurance plans.
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