Retainers Harrisburg | HD Ortho

RETAINERS FOR KIDS, TEENS, & ADULTS IN HARRISBURG, CARLISLE, & CAMP HILL

The Importance of Wearing Your Retainer After Treatment with Invisalign & Braces

Retainers are necessary after wearing braces in order to maintain the new positions of your teeth. Without using a retainer, your teeth may slip back to their original positions. There are two types of retainers — fixed and removable. Hilton-Diminick Orthodontics has both types available.

Fixed Retainers

Fixed Retainers are lingual-mounted wires that are bonded to your teeth, mounted to the top and bottom rows of your teeth. The wires are made of various metals such as copper, titanium, nickel, or a combination. Because they are permanently mounted you won’t need to worry about when and how to wear them and you can’t lose them. They are very durable and can last for years. Fixed retainers make oral hygiene more difficult, especially flossing. Because they are mounted on the back of your teeth, patients may experience some irritation to the tongue. Fixed retainers must be removed by an orthodontist.

Removable Retainers

The Hawley Retainer is designed to last for many years but has a bulkier, more visible composition. It has an acrylic or plastic base piece with metal wiring to stabilize your teeth. These retainers are adjustable and they don’t stain easily. The color can be personalized and they are easily removable for eating and oral hygiene. They must be cleaned daily to avoid the potential build-up of bacteria. Hawley retainers are very cost-effective retainer that is durable and will last for many years.

Invisalign Clear Retainers, constructed with plastic or polyurethane, are very similar to invisible tray alignment systems. Nearly invisible, these retainers are custom-fit, thinner, and are often more comfortable. Like the Hawley appliance, they are removable for eating, drinking, and oral hygiene. They require daily cleaning to prevent bacteria growth. Although initial pricing is similar to the Hawley retainer, Invisalign clear retainers may need yearly replacement.

Retainer Protection Program

Protect your smile with our 10 year retainer protection plan. Without this coverage, 2 lost/broken sets of retainers will cost you $800!

This Program Protects Against:

  • My retainer was left on the school lunch tray and thrown away.
  • Fido ate my retainers when I took them out to brush.
  • I had to get restorative dental work or a new crown and it doesn’t fit.
  • I’m waiting for dental implants
  • I grind my teeth at night

For $695 you can enroll in our Retainer Protection Program**, which allows you to replace your retainers at any time for a replacement cost of:
**$50 for Clear Retainer Replacement**

  • The fees are neither refundable or transferable
  • Fees are subject to change with product availability
  • Retainers that contain a pontic (false tooth) have an extra fee of $10 per tooth
  • Limit of 6 sets per calendar year (set is both upper and lower)
  • Retainers are not to be confused with re-treatment or actively re-aligning your teeth

Did You Know?
If you don’t wear your retainer, your teeth will continue to shift throughout your life. Wearing your retainer is an essential part of ensuring that you enjoy a long lasting, beautiful smile. Retainers typically have to be replaced every few years. Because we are so committed to giving our patients amazing smiles that last a lifetime, we offer a Retainer Protection Program. This program helps to keep you from needing to replace your retainers at FULL PRICE.

We offer the following payment options:

Include in Full Treatment Fee

Paid in Full – Separate from Treatment Fee

If you have additional questions about retainers or our Retainer Protection Program, please contact Hilton-Diminick Orthodontics at 1-833-321-STR8.