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Completing your orthodontic treatment is a significant milestone, but the journey doesn’t end when your braces are removed.
At Coulthard Dental Practice, we believe that retention is just as important as the treatment itself. Without a retainer, your teeth have a natural tendency to shift back toward their original positions.
We provide high-quality, custom-made retainers designed to hold your teeth in their new, ideal alignment, ensuring your beautiful results last for a lifetime.

Why retention is essential
Once your teeth have been moved into their correct positions, the surrounding bone and gums need time to settle and harden around them. During this phase, a retainer acts as a vital support system.
At our Wilmslow dental practice, we offer both removable and fixed retainers to suit your lifestyle and clinical needs. By wearing your retainer as directed by our clinical team, you prevent “orthodontic relapse” and ensure that the time and effort invested in your braces or aligners continue to pay dividends for years to come.
Choosing the right retainer for you
Modern retainers are designed to be as unobtrusive as possible. Many of our patients at Coulthard General & Specialist Dental Practice choose clear, removable Essix retainers, which look very similar to Invisalign aligners and are worn primarily at night.
Alternatively, we can often fit a “bonded” or fixed retainer. This is a very thin, discreet wire attached to the back of your front teeth where it cannot be seen. This provides 24-hour protection and is used in addition to your removable retainer. During your final orthodontic appointment at our Wilmslow dental practice, we will discuss which option is best for maintaining your specific alignment.
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Spread the cost of care. We want to make exceptional dentistry affordable and accessible to all. Our team will help you find a suitable payment solution.
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Your path to lasting results
Precision 3D scanning
Immediately after your braces are removed, we take a digital scan of your straight teeth to create your custom retainer.
Fitting and guidance
We fit your retainer and ensure it is comfortable. Our team will provide clear instructions on how many hours a day it should be worn and how to keep it clean.
Long-term monitoring
We schedule follow-up visits at 3 and 12 months at our wilmslow dental practice to check that your retainer is still fitting perfectly and that your teeth are remaining stable.
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Begin Your Journey to a Healthier Smile in Wilmslow
Whether you are looking for a trusted family dentist in Wilmslow or specialist dental treatment in Cheshire, our experienced team is here to help. Join Coulthard General & Specialist Practice today and experience personalised dental care tailored to you and your family.
