Orthodontic Retainers

Overview

Orthodontic appliances, fixed or removable, used to maintain teeth in corrected positions during the period of functional adaptation following corrective treatment. These appliances are also used to maintain the positions of the teeth and jaws gained by orthodontic procedures. (From Zwemer, Boucher's Clinical Dental Terminology, 4th ed, p263)

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Quick facts about Orthodontic Retainers

Topic type

Dental Procedure

Category

Dentistry

MeSH classification

E06.658.453.637

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