{"id":78373,"date":"2025-06-27T10:48:36","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T10:48:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/?p=78373"},"modified":"2026-07-28T09:30:06","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T09:30:06","slug":"what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00bfCu\u00e1les son los tratamientos de contenci\u00f3n despu\u00e9s de los brackets?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"78373\" class=\"elementor elementor-78373\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e99d786 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e99d786\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-77646f7b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"77646f7b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Key Takeaways<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-127b9402 elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"127b9402\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Retention treatment keeps teeth from shifting after orthodontic correction.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Fixed, removable, and clear retainers are used based on individual needs.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Consistent retainer use is vital to prevent teeth from relapsing.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Good hygiene and regular follow-ups ensure lasting orthodontic results.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Retention may continue for years to maintain a stable smile.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div 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There are two main types of retainers: fixed and removable. These include fixed retainers, removable retainers, and clear aligner-style retainers. The most suitable method is chosen based on the individual&#8217;s needs, and treatment begins accordingly. The key to success is patient compliance\u2014if retention is neglected, the teeth may relapse to their previous positions.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenidos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#What_Is_Retention_Treatment\" >What Is Retention Treatment?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#Why_Is_Retention_Treatment_Necessary\" >Why Is Retention Treatment Necessary?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#What_Are_the_Types_of_Retention_Treatments\" >What Are the Types of Retention Treatments?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#Fixed_Retainer\" >Fixed Retainer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#Removable_Retainer\" >Removable Retainer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#Clear_Plastic_Retainer\" >Clear Plastic Retainer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#What_to_Consider_During_Retention_Treatment\" >What to Consider During Retention Treatment<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#What_Are_the_Benefits_of_Retention_Treatment\" >What Are the Benefits of Retention Treatment?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#How_Long_Does_Retention_Treatment_Last\" >How Long Does Retention Treatment Last?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/what-are-the-retention-treatments-after-braces\/#FAQ_About_Retention_Treatment\" >FAQ About Retention Treatment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Retention_Treatment\"><\/span>What Is Retention Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Retention treatment is a protective method applied after braces to maintain the corrected positions of the teeth. Its main goal is to prevent relapse and ensure long-term success of the orthodontic treatment. During this period, either fixed or removable retainers are used, depending on the patient\u2019s dental structure and the orthodontist\u2019s recommendation.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Retention_Treatment_Necessary\"><\/span>Why Is Retention Treatment Necessary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Although braces bring the teeth into ideal alignment, the surrounding tissues do not immediately adapt to the new positions. This can cause the teeth to gradually shift back. To prevent this, retention treatment is applied. It ensures the orthodontic results are preserved and minimizes the risk of relapse, making this stage just as important as the active treatment itself.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Types_of_Retention_Treatments\"><\/span>What Are the Types of Retention Treatments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>To maintain the new position of teeth after treatment, different types of retainers are used. The choice depends on factors like the patient\u2019s age, treatment duration, dental structure, and aesthetic concerns.<\/p><p>Types of retention treatment include:<\/p><ul><li>Fixed retainer (lingual wire)<\/li><li>Removable retainer (Hawley appliance)<\/li><li>Clear plastic retainer (Essix retainer)<\/li><\/ul><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fixed_Retainer\"><\/span>Fixed Retainer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>A fixed retainer is a lingual wire bonded to the back surfaces of the front teeth, usually the lower front teeth. It doesn\u2019t need to be removed by the patient, making it easier to comply with and free from user error. It is also invisible from the outside, which helps reduce aesthetic concerns. However, it requires meticulous cleaning and care.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Removable_Retainer\"><\/span>Removable Retainer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>This classic retainer consists of an acrylic base with a thin wire across the front teeth, commonly used for the upper jaw. Its main benefits are durability and adjustability, allowing minor corrections if needed. However, the visible wire may cause aesthetic concerns, and the appliance should be removed while eating or speaking.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clear_Plastic_Retainer\"><\/span>Clear Plastic Retainer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>These retainers are made of transparent material and prioritize aesthetics, resembling Invisalign-style trays. Their advantages include being nearly invisible, lightweight, and metal-free. However, they are only effective if worn consistently.<\/p><table><thead><tr><th>Retainer Type<\/th><th>When It\u2019s Used<\/th><th>Key Features<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Fixed Retainer<\/strong><\/td><td>Long-term retention, especially for lower front teeth<\/td><td>Bonded behind teeth, invisible, does not rely on patient compliance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Removable Retainer (Hawley)<\/strong><\/td><td>When adjustability and durability are needed<\/td><td>Acrylic base with metal wire, removable, adjustable but visible<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Clear Plastic Retainer (Essix)<\/strong><\/td><td>For aesthetic-focused patients<\/td><td>Transparent, lightweight, removable, requires strict compliance<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Consider_During_Retention_Treatment\"><\/span>What to Consider During Retention Treatment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Adhering to the treatment plan, maintaining good hygiene, and being careful during this phase are essential to ensure successful outcomes. Proper care helps prevent the teeth from relapsing and ensures lasting results.<\/p><p>Things to consider during retention treatment:<\/p><ul><li>If using a clear aligner, wear it for the duration recommended by the orthodontist<\/li><li>Maintain oral and appliance hygiene<\/li><li>Do not skip follow-up appointments<\/li><li>Contact your dentist immediately if the appliance is lost or damaged<\/li><li>Follow the treatment plan consistently<\/li><\/ul><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Benefits_of_Retention_Treatment\"><\/span>What Are the Benefits of Retention Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>When applied correctly and consistently, retention treatment offers significant benefits. The greatest advantage is preventing the teeth from shifting back, making the results of braces long-lasting.<\/p><p>Key benefits include:<\/p><ul><li>Teeth maintain their new positions<\/li><li>Orthodontic treatment becomes permanent<\/li><li>Aesthetic concerns are eliminated<\/li><li>Seeing the results can boost self-confidence<\/li><li>Oral health is preserved<\/li><\/ul><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_Retention_Treatment_Last\"><\/span>How Long Does Retention Treatment Last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><p>The duration of retention treatment varies from person to person. It generally lasts longer than the active orthodontic phase. During the first 6\u201312 months, retainers are used intensively, and later they may only be worn at night. Fixed retainers can remain in the mouth for several years.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_About_Retention_Treatment\"><\/span>FAQ About Retention Treatment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7559ff2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"7559ff2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1230\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1230\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which retention method is best after braces? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1230\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e6fd12 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8e6fd12\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1661541 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1661541\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It depends on the individual&#8217;s needs. Clear retainers are preferred for aesthetics, while fixed retainers are less prone to user error.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1231\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1231\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can teeth shift after retention treatment? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1231\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3f8ba9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b3f8ba9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed7818b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ed7818b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, if the retention plan is not followed properly or is neglected, the teeth may move back to their previous positions. Compliance is essential.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1232\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1232\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What happens if retention treatment is not done? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1232\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f7e14a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6f7e14a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1379365 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1379365\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The aligned teeth may gradually shift, and the chances of relapse are high without retention.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1233\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1233\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How is retention treatment done after braces are removed? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1233\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8788362 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8788362\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e4533f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e4533f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>After braces are taken off, the patient wears retainers as advised by the orthodontist. 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