Retainers in Los Angeles & Downey, CA
Protect the Alignment You Worked to Achieve
After braces or clear aligner treatment, teeth can shift over time. Wearing a retainer as directed helps maintain your alignment. Mission Dental Group provides retainer care for patients in Los Angeles and Downey. Call 213-380-1996 in Los Angeles or 562-803-9999 in Downey to request an appointment.
Why Retainers Matter
Teeth naturally change position throughout life, and the risk of shifting can be higher after orthodontic treatment. A retainer helps hold teeth in their corrected positions while the surrounding tissues adapt. Consistent use according to your dentist’s instructions is an important part of maintaining your orthodontic results.
Types of Retainers
Retainers may be removable or fixed, depending on your needs and treatment history. Removable retainers can be taken out for eating and cleaning. Fixed retainers are attached behind selected teeth and require careful cleaning around the wire. Your dentist will discuss the type that fits your situation.
Getting and Wearing a Retainer
Your dentist will assess your teeth and discuss whether a new or replacement retainer is needed. Digital impressions or scans may be used to create a retainer that fits your teeth. Wear it according to the schedule provided, since instructions can vary by patient and over time. Contact the office if it feels uncomfortable, becomes damaged or no longer fits.
Retainer Care
Clean removable retainers as directed, using cool or lukewarm water and a retainer-safe cleaning method. Avoid hot water, which can distort some retainers. Keep removable retainers in their case when not in use, and clean carefully around fixed retainers. Bring your retainer to dental visits so your dentist can check its fit and condition.
Frequently Asked Questions About Retainers
Request a Retainer Appointment
If your retainer no longer fits, is damaged or needs a check, contact Mission Dental Group. Call 213-380-1996 in Los Angeles or 562-803-9999 in Downey.
Los Angeles: Contact our Los Angeles office
Downey: Contact our Downey office