I had an overbite due to which my lower teeth constantly touched the back portion of my upper teeth which resulted in grinding and sensitivity. I wore braces which corrected it. After braces, the orthodontist put a fixed retainer on the back side of both upper and lower teeth , and a removable retainer for the front part of both upper and lower teeth.
The problem is that the fixed retainer on the back side of the upper teeth keeps breaking. I have already repaired it thrice. My lower teeth keeps hitting the upper fixed retainer even after ortho checking the bite and doing smoothening of the teeth.
I have researched a bit and there are removable retainers available which support both back and front teeth. But when I asked my dentist, not possible.
Pls let me know if it's possible to go for removable retainer which will support both the front and back of upper teeth, and continue the current setup of fixed and removable retainer for lower teeth. Should I see a different ortho
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Yes, removable retainers such as an Essix/clear retainer or a metal wire type retainer are usually given to support the whole arch which means it will cover front and back teeth all together.
Since your lower teeth is hitting the upper fixed retainer, it is recommended to remove it and go for a removable retainer for upper teeth.
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yes, consult another orthodontist.
I recommend my patients to go for fixed lower retainer along with removable upper and lower retainers.
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Retainers are essential for maintaining the teeth in new position, so continue wearing them according to your orthodontist's advice.
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