I'm 43yrs. old .. don't have major crooked teeth never wore braces as a child......I want to straighten my two front teeth and my dentist (not an orthodontist) recommended a spring retainer - which i haven't rec'd yet but will shortly... my question is he said I'd only need to wear it about 5 months and should have my slightly overlapped front teeth corrected.. has anyone else used this method? (As opposed to invisalign or braces?)
2007-02-27 05:50:52 · 3 answers · asked by thenakats 4 in Health ➔ Dental
Spring retainers are a good option if you only have a couple of teeth out of alignment and there is enough room for movement to occur. The basic principal is that a spring is placed to the rear of each tooth that needs attention and pushes it back into alignment over time and with tightening of the spring. Time and a dentists opinion will judge how long you need to wear the retainer.
2007-02-27 23:09:36 · answer #1 · answered by victali 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes many people wear just retainers or retainers before braces, even after braces. If you really want to get those straight then go for it!
2007-02-27 06:40:11 · answer #2 · answered by 12345 6 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never heard of this, but I would recommend you see an orthodontist. It doesn't hurt to have a second opinion. Many orthodontists offer a free consultation. Good luck!!!
2007-02-27 11:50:56 · answer #3 · answered by Mom of Three 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋