Treatment of complications associated with lower fixed retainers

Abstract

Bonded retainers are often used to maintain orthodontic treatment results, especially for an increasing number of practitioners advocating long-term or even lifelong retention. Although fixed retainers have been described as effective, safe and predictable, and compatible with periodontal health, long-term retention is not without risks.

Failures of fixed retainers, as evidenced by debonding or fatigue wire fracture, are relatively common.

Keywords

• retention
• compliacations of fixed retainers
• gingival recession