{"id":12,"date":"2024-04-19T03:42:09","date_gmt":"2024-04-19T03:42:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galeranchorthodonticsandpediatrics.com\/blog\/?p=12"},"modified":"2024-05-30T04:07:18","modified_gmt":"2024-05-30T04:07:18","slug":"braces-and-life-after-treatment-is-finished","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galeranchorthodonticsandpediatrics.com\/blog\/2024\/04\/19\/braces-and-life-after-treatment-is-finished\/","title":{"rendered":"The Braces Are Off\u2026Now What? What to Expect After Orthodontic Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If your child is like most kids, having their braces<\/a> removed is a joyous occasion. Saying goodbye to the metal brackets and wires or even clear aligners allows them to revel in the look of their new smile. After spending years undergoing treatment, they may wonder what\u2019s next. A board-certified orthodontist is here to explain what generally happens after a child or teenager completes treatment and what life will be like after braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Is There Another Phase of Treatment After Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes. Once your child\u2019s braces come off, they will enter into what is known as the retention phase. This requires that they wear a customized retainer that will help keep their teeth in their new location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It takes time for their teeth, bones, and gums to adjust to the new area inside the mouth. Without something to help hold them in place, they will begin to shift back into their original position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a retainer, your child will be expected to wear it full-time in the beginning; however, as time passes, their orthodontist may suggest only wearing it at night. This is a lifelong commitment that your child will need to understand and agree to when starting treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are There Different Types of Retainers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When discussing the retention phase of orthodontic treatment, you and your child will learn about the different types of retainers that are commonly used. Depending on their needs, the orthodontist may suggest a fixed one that is bonded to the back of your child\u2019s teeth, a removable retainer, or one of each.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each retainer is customized to the individual\u2019s teeth, so you can expect an impression to be taken of your child\u2019s mouth in the days leading up to the removal of their braces. This will ensure that the retainer is ready on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Will Life Be Like After Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Apart from your child being required to wear a retainer, other adjustments will be necessary after having their braces removed. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n