Most people will need to maintain teeth alignment after being treated by an orthodontist (not everyone!). A retainer is a dental appliance that is either removable by the patient or is not. Retention is the longest phase of orthodontic care, and will require maintenance, like anything else. I offer clear, removable retainers in multiple sets. I also offer fixed or cemented retainers. I wish you could just “set it and forget it” but life and nature always change! Whichever retainer you and I choose, please know that I will make sure you are cared for, and will be treated as I would like to be treated.