Aftercare

Retainers

Retainers protect your new smile and keep your teeth beautifully straight for years to come.

Patient holding a clear removable retainer

About Retainers

Once your teeth are straight, retainers keep them there. Teeth naturally try to drift back towards their original position, so wearing a retainer as advised is the single most important thing you can do to protect your result.

We offer both removable and fixed retainers, and we'll recommend the right option, or combination, for your smile. It's the finishing step that makes all the hard work last.

Whether you were treated with us or elsewhere, our team at Portman Smile Clinic Banstead can help you protect your smile. We'll take a precise scan, make your retainer to fit, and show you exactly how and when to wear it so your teeth stay beautifully aligned.

Why choose us for this

The benefits

01

Protect your result

Keep your teeth in their new position and prevent them drifting back.

02

Fixed or removable

A discreet bonded wire, a clear removable retainer, or both, to suit you.

03

Custom-fitted

Made to your teeth from a precise scan for comfort and a secure fit.

04

Long-term care

We'll advise on wear and replacement so your smile stays put for years.

The journey

What to expect

Every treatment is planned and delivered by our specialist team, step by step.

  1. 1

    Scan & fit

    We take a precise scan and make your retainer to fit your teeth exactly.

  2. 2

    Wear as advised

    We show you how and when to wear it to keep your smile stable.

  3. 3

    Ongoing care

    We're here for check-ups and replacements to protect your result long-term.

Patient placing a clear removable retainer
Good to know

Common questions

How long do I need to wear a retainer?

To keep your smile stable long-term, retainers are worn on an ongoing basis, often nightly. We'll give you a clear routine to follow.

What if I've lost an old retainer?

Get in touch as soon as you can, the sooner it's replaced, the less chance your teeth have to move.

Fixed or removable, which is better?

Both work well; many patients have a combination. Your orthodontist will recommend the best option for your teeth.

Book your consultation

Keep your smile beautifully straight

Book an appointment at Portman Smile Clinic Banstead and we'll recommend the right retainer to protect your result for the long term.