Retention In Orthodontics
Write short note on retention.
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Write short note on types of retention.
Answer. Retention is defied as “Maintaining newly moved teeth in position long enough to aid in stabilizing their correction”.
Malocclusion may need a certain period of retention to ensure stability.
“Understanding the role of retention in maintaining orthodontic results: Q&A explained”
Retention can be of Following Types
- Natural/No Retention: Some condition do not require any retention, e.g. anterior crossbite, serial extraction period.
- Limited/Short Term Retention: This retention extends from 3–6 months. It is done to allow the bone and PDL to readapt in new position in case of:
- Class 1 showing proclination
- Deep bite.
- Moderate/Medium-term Retention: It is done when the supporting tissues will take long time to adapt. Retention extends between 1–5 years.
“Importance of studying retention for better orthodontic outcomes: Questions explained”
It is used in cases of:
- Class 1 and class 2 extraction cases
- Class 1 non-extraction case
- Deep overbite correction in cases of class 1 or 2 malocclusion.
“Role of Hawley retainers in orthodontic retention: Questions answered”
- Prolonged/Permanent or Semipermanent Retention: It is carried out in cases of:
- Midline diastema
- Cases treated through expansion in mandibular arch
- Severe rotation
- Patients with clef palate
- In adult patients with periodontal problem.
“Common challenges in implementing effective retention protocols: FAQs provided”
Types of Retainers
Removable Retainers
- Hawley retainer
- Begg retainer
- Clip on retainer/Spring aligner
- Wrap around retainer
- Kesling’s tooth positioners
- Invisible retainer or Essix retainer
- Functional appliance.
“Steps to explain different types of retention: Fixed vs removable retainers: Q&A guide”
Fixed Retainers
- Banded canine-to-canine retainer
- Bonded canine-to-canine retainer
- Band and spur retainer
- Anti-rotation band
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