Fixed Retainer

tictac

It does take a little extra effort, but given the fact that you already floss daily, you shouldn't have a problem. You're going to need to use floss threaders or superfloss, but you'll be a pro at using these by the time you get your braces off.

QTgirl

Thanks for you reply tictac. I still cant believe I did the consult. When I sat on the chair I saw all these tools and stuff that looked like pliers--whoa. Anyways I am gonna do it.

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jrm4337122

hi congrats on getting started with your orthodontic treatment , i'm still in metal braces an headgear now , don't know much about the bonded retainers but if it anything like having the mouthfull of metal i have now i would realy rather have removable retainers, let use now how your braces install went ,

tictac

Yes, congrats on starting ortho treatment! I'm getting my ceramic braces next week. My problem is crowding in the lower anteriors and you can bet that I will ask for a permanent retainer when it's all over. My bf had braces for a diastema and he wears a removable retainer. If he forgets to wear it just one night he has a gap the next day. He wants to get a fixed retainer. I know people that have had theirs for 15+ years with no issues, so I think it's the way to go (especially if you're not disciplined like me ) Good luck!

QTgirl

Thanks again tictac and jrm4337122! I will definitely write about my first experience..maybe one of those online journals? I will do the frenectomy and xray first... then on May 18th I have to go in for molds and photos.Then my ortho said the following week I will be in braces; which is May 25th. (oh lord lol). jrm4337122, how much longer do ya have to keep your braces in for? I am also worrying how the fixed retainer is. I believe it is metal, but it was strongly advised by my ortho--so I will go ahead n' get it. Tic tac, let us know how your ceramic braces installation went, I'd love to know .

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Smooth23

A fixed retainer is just a thin metal wire bonded directly to the back of the teeth.