Retainer in different malocclusion: A review

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Review Article

Author Details : Anjali Achantani*, Prashant Sharma, Pradeep Raghav

Volume : 10, Issue : 1, Year : 2022

Article Page : 8-11

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.jds.2022.003

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Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this review article is to discuss the different type of retainers used to stabilize the treatment outcome in different malocclusions. Strategic and through search of the literature from different databases was undertaken using free text and MESH terms.
Result: Extensive study of the literature suggests that the duration and type of retention varies for different malocclusion and should be planned at the start of orthodontic treatment, as it plays important role in stabilizing the treatment outcome.
Conclusion: Irrespective of the type of appliance used for retention, the patient should be informed and prepared for the long term or indefinite use of retainers and its role in maintaining the treatment results.
 

Keywords: Retention, Retainer, Orthodontics, Relapse, Malocclusion

How to cite : Achantani A, Sharma P, Raghav P, Retainer in different malocclusion: A review. J Dent Spec 2022;10(1):8-11

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