{"id":65,"date":"2021-12-17T21:06:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-17T21:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/?p=65"},"modified":"2022-05-17T21:12:22","modified_gmt":"2022-05-17T21:12:22","slug":"invisalign-in-lake-zurich-and-retainer-wear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/17\/invisalign-in-lake-zurich-and-retainer-wear\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeping Your Smile in Place: The Truth Behind Retainer Wear"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/17\/invisalign-in-lake-zurich-and-retainer-wear\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/AdobeStock_152365088__1651178169_81442.jpg\" alt=\"clear retainer and protective case\" class=\"wp-image-66\" width=\"321\" height=\"161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/AdobeStock_152365088__1651178169_81442.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/AdobeStock_152365088__1651178169_81442-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/AdobeStock_152365088__1651178169_81442-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 321px) 100vw, 321px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When completing treatment with Invisalign in Lake Zurich, many patients assume it\u2019s all officially over. However, there is another component that must follow \u2013 retainer wear. The retention phase of treatment is crucial if individuals want to avoid undoing the months (or years) of hard work. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long is Wearing a Retainer Necessary?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No two Invisalign treatments are the same, so the retention stage of care will be different for each person. Once the process of swapping trays is complete, an orthodontist will recommend a retainer be worn for a designated amount of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Retainers will need to be worn for the remainder of one\u2019s life, but the frequency will differ over time. Initially, after completing Invisalign treatment, a person should expect to wear their retainer for a similar amount of time as their original aligners. The reason is that it can take up to one year for the bone to stabilize and keep teeth in their new position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the one-year mark, individuals may be free to wear their retainers only at night or only a few times a week. This is dependent upon the status of the person\u2019s smile and the recommendation from the orthodontist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens If I Lose My Retainer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of a patient avoiding the problem and forgoing a replacement, individuals should immediately contact their orthodontist for help. Depending on the timeframe in which retainer wear is occurring, going without it for a few days can be problematic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is best to have a replacement retainer made to avoid the potential of one\u2019s teeth shifting out of alignment again and effectively, undoing the Invisalign aligners\u2019 work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is Retainer Wear a Lifelong Commitment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Orthodontists recommend patients wear retainers for the remainder of their lives so that teeth will continue to remain in their new location. Over time, as a person ages, teeth will begin to shift and can eventually move in a way that negatively affects their bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because additional dental problems can occur over the course of a person\u2019s life, bite misalignment does not have to be an issue. Instead, an individual can confidently eat, speak, and smile knowing their teeth are in perfect alignment. This not only minimizes potential wear and tear to the tooth enamel but also limits the possibility of chronic jaw pain that commonly occurs as a result of an improper bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Retainer wear is a non-negotiable aspect of orthodontic treatment. But instead of viewing it as an inconvenience, patients should see it as one of the most beneficial steps they can take to maintain straighter, healthier smiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<br><\/strong>At Grand Dental \u2013 Lake Zurich, our team is pleased to have an in-house orthodontist with more than 30 years of experience. This ensures our patients have the ability to undergo necessary orthodontic treatment without seeking a referral to an outside specialist. Individuals who need a clear retainer after completing Invisalign treatment should visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.granddentallakezurich.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(847) 443-3953<\/strong> to learn more about this necessary step.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When completing treatment with Invisalign in Lake Zurich, many patients assume it\u2019s all officially over. However, there is another component that must follow \u2013 retainer wear. 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