In most cases, the process will start with getting digital dental scans. These can be completed in our office using our cutting-edge iTero scanner. Your orthodontist can then send these scans to the laboratory in order to fabricate your child’s retainer.
Once the retainer is fabricated, your child will come in to ensure the proper fit and function of the device. Depending on the type of retainer, a patient will need to come in to see the orthodontist for treatment monitoring and device adjustments. It is common for patients who use retainers (especially after other orthodontic treatments like braces or Invisalign) to continue wearing the device on a nightly basis in order to keep teeth properly aligned for years to come.