The Clear Guard Clear Retainer. Benefits Of Wearing A Retainer After Braces

They keep your teeth from shifting

When you wear braces, the constant pressure on your teeth shifts them into the ideal space but when the braces are removed teeth have a tendency to shift back into place. That’s where a retainer comes in, encouraging continued pressure to maintain the positioning of teeth. By not wearing the retainer, you risk your teeth shifting back to their original position which your braces worked so hard to fix.

It helps with oral hygiene

Teeth that are straighter are easier to clean. Crooked teeth can cause grooves and crevices in which bacteria and food residue can linger. The straighter your teeth are, the easier they are to clean with brushing and the easier they are to floss. A big reason your teeth need to be straightened by braces is not cosmetic, but health related as crooked teeth can lead to infections, cavities, and chronic issues. 

It assists breathing and speech

Your teeth and their positioning has an effect on a lot of aspects of your day-to-day, including breathing and speech. You may not notice it until it’s pointed out to you but you may find you have struggles breathing or pronouncing words prior to getting your teeth straightened. Your retainer can help you maintain the positioning that helped with breathing and speech and can have long term positive effects on your breathing. 

It can be tough to remember to wear your retainer and it can be even tougher if you’re an adult trying to remind a self conscious child to wear their retainer. It’s good to leave notes, develop a habit, or even reward yourself when you remember to wear your retainer or your child when they remember to wear their retainer. The health benefits are plenty and you will thank yourself in the long run for remembering to wear your retainer and maintain the health benefits you worked so hard for.

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