Retainers After Braces: What You Need to Know
Learn why retainers matter after braces, how clear retainers fit into a retention routine, and when replacement is needed.
After braces, teeth can move if they are not held in place by a retention plan. Your orthodontist should tell you when and how to wear retainers for your specific case.
Why retainers matter
Retainers are designed to help prevent teeth from shifting after orthodontic movement. Clear retainers are one common option because they are transparent and custom fit.
Mavira makes lab-made clear retainers from at-home impressions.
Shop the kitWhen replacement may be needed
If a retainer is lost, cracked, warped, or no longer fits comfortably, replacement may help you return to a consistent routine.
Related reading
See clear retainers after braces, replacement retainers, and lost retainer advice.
If you recently finished braces or have shifting, pain, or bite changes, follow your orthodontist's guidance before ordering.
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Shop custom retainersThis guide is for general educational purposes only and is not dental or medical advice. Clear retainers are designed to help maintain tooth position, not move teeth. Contact a qualified dentist or orthodontist for dental pain, major fit changes, recent dental work, or clinical concerns.