How To Make An Essix Retainer?

Essix retainers are among the most common when it comes to the necessity of maintaining the outcomes of orthodontic procedures.

These clear, plastic trays are developed to be comfortable, unnoticeable, and very efficient in their use.

For any person planning to make an Essix retainer, it is essential to have adequate information concerning the event.

Below is a guide on how to make an Essix retainer together with the benefits of approaching my denturist.

Procedures in the Manufacture of an Essix Retainer

 1. Take Accurate Impressions

First of all, the making of an Essix retainer involves the creation of accurate casts of the patient's teeth.

This can be accomplished with the help of a digital scanner or with old-fashioned dental molds.

Close impressions reduce the chances of getting the wrong fit and increase the chances of getting the best results by having the perfect retainer.

 2. Make X-rays of Your Teeth

After obtaining the impressions, a dental expert is likely to make a mold of your teeth.

The retainer is designed and produced from this model. As MyDenturist, the newest technologies are implemented to achieve the best results in modeling.

 3. Design the Retainer

Having the model in view, the next step is to design the Essix retainer. This is regarding the ideal shape and thickness of the retainer to be used in enhancing the performance of the engine in the vehicle.

It depends on the precise requirements of the dental alignment; hence the design is made to suit the situation.

 4. Fabricate the Retainer

The final design is used to make Essix retainer. An opaque clear plastic material that is placed over the model is vacuum-formed to fit the model very tightly.

This process needs to be precise so that when the retainer is placed in the mouth, it feels comfortable without any pinching of the teeth.

5. Final Adjustments

 After it has been created, it could be polished slightly because it needs to form as close a fit as possible with the retainer.

This may require some more shaving or cutting of the edges so that the fittings meet the most comfort and usability.

6. Fitting and Instructions

Once all adjustments have been made, the retainer is fit for use. We will make the retainer for you, explain how and when to use it, and answer all your questions.

Conclusion

When you choose MyDenturist, you can be sure that you are fit with a well-made, perfect-fitting retainer that will assist in the retention of the orthodontic work done.