13/06/2026
Many people think fixed retainers—the wire bonded behind your front teeth after braces—are a permanent solution. But there are a few important things you should know.
In this video, I explain why teeth can still shift even with a fixed retainer, how changes in your back teeth can affect your bite and alignment, and why oral hygiene becomes even more important once a retainer is bonded.
Retention is not the "set it and forget it" phase of orthodontic treatment. Keeping your smile straight takes ongoing care, regular dental visits, and wearing your removable retainers as prescribed.
Watch the full video to learn how to protect the results you've worked so hard to achieve.