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Retainers After Braces that protect your new smile

Finishing braces or Invisalign® treatment is a big milestone—but keeping your teeth straight afterward is just as important. Retainers are designed to hold your teeth in their new position while the surrounding bone and gum tissue stabilize.

At Jacaranda Smiles, we guide every orthodontic patient through the retention phase with the same care and clarity as active treatment. Whether you’ve completed braces or Invisalign® clear aligner treatment, orthodontic retainers help maintain your results and protect the smile you worked hard to achieve.

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Why Retainers Matter After Braces or Invisalign®

After orthodontic treatment, teeth naturally want to shift back toward their original positions. This is completely normal, but it means wearing retainers is essential to keeping teeth straight after braces.

Orthodontic retainers are custom-made appliances that stabilize your smile and allow the surrounding bone and tissues to adapt to the new alignment. When worn consistently, retainers help maintain the beautiful results achieved during braces or Invisalign treatment.

Patients at Jacaranda Smiles typically receive either removable retainers, fixed retainers, or a combination of both depending on their orthodontic needs.

Benefits Include:

  • Maintains teeth alignment after braces or Invisalign
  • Prevents teeth from shifting back over time
  • Protects your orthodontic investment
  • Supports long-term bite stability
  • Helps keep teeth straight for years to come

Types of Orthodontic Retainers

Different types of orthodontic retainers may be recommended depending on your orthodontic treatment and bite stability.

Clear Removable Retainers

Removable retainers are the most common option after braces. These include clear plastic retainers that fit comfortably over your teeth and are easy to remove for eating and brushing.

Fixed Retainers

A permanent retainer (also called a fixed retainer) is a thin wire bonded to the back of the teeth. This option provides constant retention and can be helpful in cases where long-term stability is especially important.

Clear Retainers After Braces

Clear plastic retainers are discreet and comfortable. They are commonly worn at night and help maintain the alignment achieved during treatment.

What to Expect With Retainers

STEP 1

Custom Retainer Creation

After your braces or Invisalign treatment is complete, we take precise impressions or digital scans to create your custom orthodontic retainers.

STEP 2

Retainer Fitting

Your retainer is adjusted to ensure a secure, comfortable fit and proper alignment support.

STEP 3

Retainer Instructions

Our orthodontic team explains how long to wear retainers and how to care for them properly.

STEP 4

Retention Monitoring

During follow-up visits, we monitor your retainer fit and ensure your smile remains stable.

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Protecting Beautiful Results

Long-Term Smile Protection

Orthodontic retainers do more than just hold teeth in place—they help ensure the results of orthodontic treatment last for years.

Benefits include

Keeping teeth straight after braces

Stabilizing bite alignment

Supporting long-term oral health

Protecting orthodontic investment

Preventing unwanted tooth movement

Encourages lifelong smile health

Why Choose Jacaranda Smiles for Retainers

Expert Orthodontic Retention Care

Families across Broward County trust Jacaranda Smiles for orthodontic care that continues even after braces come off. Retention is a critical phase of treatment, and our orthodontists make sure patients understand exactly how to protect their results.

Our orthodontic team monitors retainer wear, provides guidance on retainer maintenance, and offers replacement retainers if needed.

What Makes Us Different:

  • Custom orthodontic retainers
  • Clear instructions for retainer care
  • Ongoing orthodontic monitoring
  • Multiple convenient locations

“It was a great experience. I left with my stains gone and my teeth whiter than before. My dentist, Destinee, was super friendly and gave me great advice for the future.”

Verified Patient|Jacaranda Smiles Family

“The staff that attended me today was awesome. From the treatment coordinator to the doctor. All of my questions were answered and I was able to make an informed decision on my retainers. Great place to get braces if you ever interested.”

Verified Patient|Jacaranda Smiles Family

“Excellent staff and and great clinic They listen to your problems with patience and treated my son well. I would recommend this clinic for kids. Big thanks to Jaime, Dr. Landa and Lidia.”

Verified Patient|Jacaranda Smiles Family

Meet Our Orthodontic Team

Dr. Alex
Dr. Alexander Yadegari is a board-certified orthodontist.

Dr. Alex

Board-Certified Orthodontist Serving South Florida Families

Dr. Alexander Yadegari is a board-certified orthodontist who combines precision, creativity, and genuine connection to help children and teens achieve confident, healthy smiles. With nearly a decade of orthodontic experience,…
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Dr. Hugo
Dr. Hugo Calero, orthodontist at Jacaranda Smiles.

Dr. Hugo

Orthodontist Serving South Florida Families

Dr. Hugo Calero is an experienced orthodontist who believes orthodontic care should be thoughtful, personalized, and grounded in long-term health—not one-size-fits-all solutions. With more than 20 years in dentistry and…
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Dr. Khakhria
Dr. Milan Khakhria is the leading Orthodontist and Founder of Jacaranda Smiles.

Dr. Khakhria

Orthodontist | Founder of Jacaranda Smiles

Dr. Milan Khakhria is the founder of Jacaranda Smiles and an experienced orthodontist with over 25 years in dentistry. Blending science, artistry, and precision, he is passionate about helping children…
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Protect Your Smile for the Long Term

Retainers help ensure your smile stays just the way you want it.

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Retainer FAQs

Retainer Replacement and Costs

Retainers are part of maintaining orthodontic results. If your retainer becomes worn, damaged, or lost, replacement retainers can be created quickly.

Our team explains retainer replacement costs clearly and provides guidance on protecting your retainer so it lasts as long as possible.

Options may include

  • Retainer replacement services
  • Multiple retainer sets for backup
  • Guidance on retainer maintenance