Clear retainers
Clear Retainer
Clear retainers are made up of thermoplastic essix sheet which covers entire dentition. It is a transparent material which makes it less noticeable than conventional wire retainers.
Advised for patients who are more concerned about aesthetics. Not advisable if there is no proper inter-digitation of teeth as the retainer may hamper final settling of teeth.
Advantages:
Individual & minute tooth movement viz midline diastema can be corrected.Better esthetics
Maintenance: Soak in mixture containing equal amounts of hydrogen peroxide & water for 2 minutes and rinse with water every time before use.
Use soft / thin brush to remove soft debris present.
REQUIREMENT FOR LAB :upper and lower (type 3) dental stone model without voids poured from good alginate impression.