Retainers After Braces / Invisalign

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Teeth Whitening after/during braces! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIS5nGWnhqhllZY

[@andrea-by5ev]

Hey Dr. Greg. I have a question. Why do some people have braces on the back and not on the front?

[@nettieclouse9750]

Dr. Greg - what are your thoughts on mail order retainers? I have seen that there are companies that you can go through to get Hawley retainers. I'm a long time wearer (22 years now) of this type but I do not have a orthodontist. My husband and i move a fair ammount making it a bit difficult to keep one specific orthodontist. I still wear my original top one but it is unfortunately chipping away arround the edges now and my bottom one I no longer have (I misplaced it after I had dental work done and it did not fit after the work was done) if I had a bottom one I for sure would wear it! Thank you for your insight and help on this!

[@unknownillness1132]

Hey Dr. Greg I have a question So I watched your video how to fix your overbite. And I have the triangles to fix my Overbite. But when I saw you're method to fix the Overbite I was wondering wich is the best way to fix it. Wich one is the best to fix my Overbite Is it the triangles or the one you did to fix the Overbite Please help me I'm so confused for some reason =[

[@IsnieB]

Hi! I have my retainer for over a year now but it's loose and one of my front teeth kind of forwarded leaving a big gap from the rest, i never took off my retainer except when eating and brushing. Sadly i am a bit far from my orthodentist. Is it possible to adjust the retainer from other orthodentist? Thanks!

[@mihaelahatch3738]

I got my holly retainers today. Color is natural glow

[@dilrubaahmed9757]

People who have naturally good teeth are really blessed. Imagine wearing this for the rest of your life lol

[@rayne6481]

Frr

[@dilrubaahmed9757]

My dentist said I have to, even for a little period of time in a day

[@allysonjackson3492]

@mariposita 🦋 you basically have to wear them for the rest of your life you have to wear them full time around six months normally then at night for the rest of you life so your teeth stay in the same spot

[@Cosmic-Wanderer]

In other words imagine being me 😂. Well probably anyway, im only 4 days into my first set of Invisalign trays. So a long way to go for me

[@X11CHASE]

Everyone’s teeth shift with old age. Also it’s very rare to have a perfect bite, even for those who have decent anterior aesthetics. Long story short, every single person could benefit from going through this ordeal. It’s just that some people need it much worse, which is us

[@bryanterry1111]

Why am I watching this lol I’m no where near ready for retainers lmao

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Never too early to learn about retainers!

[@olyviakiley1580]

Me too I'm 17 but won't be getting them off til I'm almost twenty but still nice to know ahead of time!

[@irrelevance3859]

Same lmfao

[@Whoops1039]

I dont even have mine on yet lmao

[@leahirvine8157]

same o haven’t even went for my first orthodontist appointment

[@thedinosaur6698]

I don't know why im watching i just got my braces Monday lol

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Haha never too early to learn!

[@joshuaaguda9174]

How long does it hurt? Like hurt hurt

[@sboca49]

Joshua Aguda When getting braces getting them doesn’t hurt, however after getting them you’re teeth feels obvious pressure on them.

[@angel-xi6ie]

Joshua Aguda mine only hurt after I got them on, and only for a week (when I ate and brushed my teeth)

[@justtamara1278]

Joshua Aguda braces alone dont hurt that much. However the rubber bands, they HURT and I mean HURT!

[@mari_is_marii]

😢😢 i thought i will be free forever once my braces off 😭 people who has born with perfect teeth, you are blessed!

[@leaht6381]

The ad I got before this was for Invisalign....😂

[@jordinhicks7171]

same 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@leaht6381]

Jordin Hicks lol 😂

[@alaineneuburger2830]

Mine was candid

[@user-dx3rg5yn3g]

Same

[@user-dx3rg5yn3g]

Alaine Neuburger same mine was candid too

[@mikayla-rosedunford-woods1520]

I just got my braces on today and I’m getting them off in around 2 years, I have no clue why I’m here 😂

[@mikayla-rosedunford-woods1520]

Andreas Skafi sure why not

[@chrisyt8494]

Andreas Skafi yeah I do

[@thischannelhad40subscriber51]

Same

[@jordanraimo3621]

😂 I get mine off in 11 days but when the time comes which most likely will be at your near end of braces make sure you keep up with your elastics they’re a pain but they do help the more u wear em the shorter you’ll have braces

[@mounttai5182]

Mikayla-Rose Dunford-Woods ez

[@kylieobrien58]

I’ve only had braces for about 6 months and I’ll need them for most likely another year and a half but this vid was still very helpful! Thanks! 😁

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Never too early / too late to learn about retainers! =]

[@maire2926]

happy 15 months with braces

[@muffinmonster2634]

Only a few months to go!

[@chadibenkhadra8047]

I only need braces for 6 months

[@msheartface5288]

Oh Chadi you’re soooo lucky 😍

[@Anoronix]

When my dad was my age he said he had braces for 2 years and after that he never had to wear a retainer, his teeth never shifted back, and he’s now like 43. I asked him how that was even possible and he doesn’t even know the answer, he said retainers weren’t a thing back then? Idk can I please get this answered?!?!? I’ve been trying to know forever

[@tanjamomo7265]

I am 43. I had braces when I was 12. I never wore my retainer and with 41 I decided to fix my teeth again since they shifted back. I have had my damon braces now for 23 month. I recommend to wear the retainer like the orthodontist recommended in case your teeth are not like your dads.

[@katie6841]

My dad never had a retainer but his braces he said were like a hawley retainer which I don’t know of that makes a difference but his are not perfectly straight but they are really not that bad and I never noticed until he showed me when I was asking him about braces

[@helena-zd6sw]

Anoronix when you get your braces off and don’t wear the retainer like you’re supposed to you will find the retainer will eventually not fit. Although it may look like the teeth haven’t moved, they would have slightly. I guess it also depends on the straightness of the teeth prior to braces as crooked teeth are going to want to go to their original positioning.

[@mysterical-]

Maybe he has been subconsciously mewing, keeping the teeth aligned correctly?

[@diamond3555]

Maybe he never had braces only the retainer. Some people don't need braces

[@dogefulsquisher6469]

Can you do a video about risks of getting “white spots” on your teeth with braces on and how to prevent that? Or how to remove them, because one of my cousins has them and they’re pretty worried. I don’t really know much abt them, but I’ve heard a few ppl talk about them :) thanks! Love the video! This channel is so helpful!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

That's actually a fantastic idea for a video! I will

[@NYRFAN75]

Braces Explained YES YES YES PLEASE!!!!!

[@pyhus9489]

I got my braces off yesterday and I didn't get any white/yellow spots

[@sharon21924]

DogefulSquisher those are deposits of calcium and it usually happens when your teeth are not being brushed throughly. This can happen with braces because it can be hard to get a thorough job. An orthodontist should be able to fix most of it if its cause by braces with a cleaning, but they don’t always go away entirely sometimes.

[@emiliakuchta4761]

I had white spots on my teeth but after 3 days they just disappeared. Turn out that I had a lack of calcium.

[@n._smp.8572]

I am so done with braces, i’ve had them for a year now and i want them out! I was so happy thinking that i didn’t have to do anything anymore after i get them out. But noooo i need retainers for the rest of my life

[@gamingtv2841]

n._ smp. Yes I literally thought the same its literally so bad

[@Hannah-fc4it]

Same, I have had the for a year and nine months now and I just had rubber bands put in today meaning another 5-6 months at least

[@horselover9851]

@@Hannah-fc4it did u get them off yet ?

[@Hannah-fc4it]

@@horselover9851 nope not even close lmao

[@maggienoodles3333]

I got my braces off a month ago ,and when I got my retainers I had to wear them 24/7 for a month then after a month only in the evening. It's not that bad because you do get used to it. I only wear them to bed now

[@kristyo1645]

For those looking into braces...get it in writing if the retainers you will need are cover under cost AND more specifically, if that means ANY initial retainer you may need, not just the standard retainer. I got it in writing that my retainer would be included, only to later be told only the clear ones were included and that I need the Hawley for settling my bite and a nightguard. They requested $400 additional for Hawley and $400 for night guard. :(

[@dacutestdimples]

Same happened to me 🙄 buttshits hit me for an extra $380 after the clear ones weren't holding my teeth in place. Such a long story but I ended up going to another orthodontist after losing faith in them and I have zero regrets 🤷 and the new guy isn't charging me extra for things that constitute proper treatment!

[@kristyo1645]

@@dacutestdimples I wonder what percentage, of people, end up needing a new ortho provider to finish their treatment...for a multitude of reasons. I really wanted to finish my treatment where I started, regardless of the surprise extra retainer cost...especially since switching, I am learning, will cost WAY more than $400. But in my case, switching might mean I actually finish 😂 so...yeah. If trust is lost or progress is not being made or you move...whatever the reason(s). Sometimes a switch is the better choice.

[@dacutestdimples]

@@kristyo1645 I'd be keen to know that percentage too. My lesson was really the difference between public and private orthodontic care. It's a STARK difference. And an expensive one 😩. But same as you, at least I'll be finished for REAL when they come off in a few months. It's been a loonngg road for sure!

[@ticktockbam]

Lmao , that's so expensive. I'm from Latin America and I got my braces and retainers for what's equivalent to $200 USD.

[@kristyo1645]

@@ticktockbam oh man. Mine was nearly 7k. I had to switch providers to finish my case. I'm glad you can get care for a good price where you live.

[@haleyromano6863]

It’s been three years and now I’m two weeks away from finally getting these tracks off of my teeth 💁🏻‍♀️ I went from learning how to maintain hygiene with braces to learning how to maintain alignment and hygiene AFTER braces Such a process, but so worth it 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@DrGregAsatrian]

It is quite a bit of work but youre right, its 100% worth it!

[@andreas3850]

enjoy weareing a piece of plastic for eternity just like me,if the uploader reads this.why do teeth shift after years of having completed the process of braces? is something wrong with the posture? i makes no sense that teeth get crooked just because

[@kialuv09]

I just got my braces off yesterday! Although I've only had them for about 3 years I've been going to the orthodontists for almost 8 years now! I'm glad to almost be completely finished going there regularly and I want to keep my clear retainer in good care so thank you for this helpful video!

[@carringtonbrady1173]

Dude I get my braces off in two weeks and I just got my impressions!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

how exciting!

[@anaa03899]

I took mines today

[@jeremyy9375]

update?

[@landonhaynes9113]

Wow! Perfect timing. I'm getting my braces off on Monday (2 days). I'm so happy!!!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

That's so awesome! Congrats to you!!!

[@alexisboyd3797]

Landon Haynes lucky

[@Professa06]

I'm on day two with my retainer and you've helped me ever since I was told I'm getting braces back in 2020. You're doing great work!

[@annie_zhang]

Thank you for this video! I’m getting my braces off next Saturday so this is perfect timing for me!😃

[@nasraahmed9790]

Annie Zhang i getting them on next Tuesday any tips ?

[@annie_zhang]

Emma Clarke i didn’t get them off yet but i would say stay calm, especially during impressions (i already got retainer impressions my last appointment) and watch a lot of “getting my braces off” videos on youtube cuz that’s what i’m doing and i feel prepared :)

[@nasraahmed9790]

Annie Zhang I watched so many vids

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Yeeeahh! Congrats =]

[@user-hl8bh1kj1c]

How r u now? Wearing retainers?

[@user-ei7ed6zy9k]

I have to commit to retainers for the rest of my life. That's depressing

[@daddioobb4]

I just got them today I KNOW and they’re PERMANENT on the back of the teeth IM UPSET

[@giselleduval3005]

@@daddioobb4 nooo r they the bonded ones that have cement on them?

[@NathanielRobinson]

It’s really easy actually. It’s better than having crooked teeth. Get the Vivera clear retainer - you can wear them out and take them out to eat. It’s much harder to clean with a fixed lingual retainer according to my orthodontist.

[@daddioobb4]

@@giselleduval3005 yes and im angry

[@giselleduval3005]

@@daddioobb4 nooo r they ok now?

[@bigfatjuicypotato9868]

No one: Vsco girls: If I get the clear ones I won’t be saving the turtles 🐢!

[@kskskdkd3292]

Afnan Ahmad i-

[@angrygalamb]

An I oop (I forgot I wrote this and I am dissapointed in myself)

[@gelarofiles9182]

LMAO UNDERRATED ❤️🤣

[@iichloxo]

I just got my clear retainers and i'm kinda a vsco girl XD

[@matthewuy3186]

Sksksk and I oop

[@lea_tdrs2579]

I would choose the wired retainer because it looks kinda comfortable.I mean I'm not saying the clear ones or fixed ones aren't good but that's just what I think. I'm getting my braces off soon, I'm so excited ❤️❤️

[@beanos_roblox0720]

I got my braces on february 2019, and got them off this week (november 2021) and I got my retainer a couple days ago. This video really helped, thanks! 😁

[@melissag.187]

After 4 years of braces I finally get them off in October and I’m just so happy the journey of pain is over 😅 it was fun though!!

[@Trina_b-vv8gl]

I have had my braces for almost a year and a half and I get them off in about 2-3 months. This video was really helpful thank you.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Ah so happy it was helpful! Thank you for watching!!

[@daisyflores276]

Thank you Dr.Greg!!! I’ve been waiting for this forever!! Thank you for all the helpful information! BEST orthodontist EVER! Have an awesome day everyone!! 😃😃

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Aww you are honestly way too kind! Thank you so much !I hope you enjoyed the video!!

[@valliemcc8352]

Im sad I couldnt have found your channel sooner :'( Ive had braces for +/- 15 months, and Im taking them off in 10 days - Thank you for giving so much information about the treatment and everything in such detail!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Ahh thank you so much!! I really appreciate that =] Congrats on almost being done!

[@valliemcc8352]

@@DrGregAsatrian Hey! So after I took my braces off, my permanent retainers (both top and bottom) kept shattering and I had to get braces AGAIN a year later. I'm getting them off in a month... again! 🤣

[@email16v]

Took my daughter out to eat and she left her retainer on her napkin. Half way home she realized she left it there on a napkin. . Luckily the restaurant workers were nice enough to go digging through the trash to find it still in the napkin.

[@lizzyrose7342]

Can you do a video about metal bands and why only some orthodontists use them? Also do you prefer to use metal bands or buccal tubes without the band and for what reason? Thanks!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Definitely! Great idea for an upcoming video =]

[@MissLoveMai]

After I had my braces removed 13 years ago, I didn't have a choice what retainer I wanted. It was not even discussed, I did not know about the different kinds and I had the permanent one slapped in and I thought that was normal. But I am grateful though that it means I would never forget to put a retainer in or I won't lose/break one.

[@meghan9719]

did you also get clear retainers to put over permanent ones?

[@Daniela-qs2qf]

Yess loved this! We're all enjoying your frequent uploads dr Greg! Keep it up doc!! 👏

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Aww thank you so much! I'm going to try and start doing them weekly so we'll see if I can do that !

[@stephanihenry3]

If I have a choice I want the fixed retainer for the bottom. I had a lot of crowding and sideways teeth. Hygiene isnt much different than with the braces. I want the Hawleys for the top. I just feel they would do a better job than the clear retainers. Only 14 to 26 months to go.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Exciting stuff!!

[@lovelydolltime8006]

Considering my history of interproximal cavities with braces, I bet that my orthodontist will give me regular Hawley retainers for both arches.

[@mrnoclapz4447]

Just got my retainers two days ago, I love the feeling of not feeling my braces, definitely don’t miss them

[@Meandino804]

Did u also get asked to wear it forever? Bcuz I m getting mine off on Sunday and my orthodontist said I should only wear it for a year and a half and then cut off the usage of retainers

[@mrnoclapz4447]

@@Meandino804 yeah, i have to wear them forever really, but over time I can wear them less

[@73245bibi]

thanks Dr. Greg! I just got braces a month ago. My Ortho is awesome, so it’s great to have more questions to ask him that I didn’t think of previously. Thank you!

[@belle369]

I should be getting my braces off in May or June so I’m watching this and I can’t wait to get them off

[@daniellezelezniak4301]

I've had braces for 22 months, and I'm getting them off in a month which is about a month less than my estimated treatment time. I can't wait! I don't even remember what life without braces is like lol😂

[@gigahz7262]

I just got my braces removed and was told about wearing retainer for 1 year !! This video helped me get an idea what retainer is going to do !!

[@9622paige]

I just got mine yesterday. I had adult braces (I’m 22 and my parents couldn’t afford them as a kid). My retainers are the clear ones (top and bottom) plus I have top and bottom permanent retainers

[@sarahrose1454]

I had braces for 3 years into my 40's... when I got them off I got a fixed retainer on the bottom, ( which I clean with floss and a ultrasonic cleaner) and they gave me clear retainers also. My dog chewed up my top retainer and then I replaced it with the Hawley, which I prefer. I stopped wearing my lower unfixed retainer about 9 months ago. I do wear my top hawley retainers almost every night, but after having my braces off for 4 years I still feel like my teeth are loose and wiggly, so I wear the retainer.

[@kokohead1010]

Thank you! Very informative video, took good points. I’m watching this because I am getting my braces off this upcoming Tuesday.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

How exciting!!

[@SmileInfluencers]

Best video to date.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Thanks brotha! I appreciate it! =]

[@bella-nina]

i’m getting my invisalign off in a week!!! so excited

[@gabbycadenelli8213]

I am so excited to get my braces off!! I still have a while but I cannot wait!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Exciting!! Keep us posted!

[@sisfist3591]

Yesss back at it againnn

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Back at it!! I'm thinking about trying to up it up to once a week, instead of once every other week!

[@sisfist3591]

Braces Explained great! Can’t wait!

[@aziza5436]

Love your pfp💚💛

[@sisfist3591]

You got no jams tyyy

[@Lunsism]

I've always wondered this and would love an answer: I've heard that long-term braces wear (like 5 years) can lead to root resorption. I'm assuming that in the end stages of such a long wear time, there isn't so much force on the teeth like in the beginning. So what is the major difference between long term braces wear and life-long retainer wear that doesn't lead to root resorption over time?

[@DrGregAsatrian]

With having braces on there is always minor forces that are constantly causing movements because even when you move 1 or 2 teeth, the rest of the teeth feel a force because they are used as an anchor for that movement! With retainers, we are not trying to "move" teeth but hold them. I hope that somewhat answered your question!

[@nasraahmed9790]

Braces Explained dr Greg remember me also I just got the news I am getting 4 back teeth removed 😟😬😬

[@resulsanane4506]

Braces are fraud, check out John Mews work on YT for the truth.

[@naruhoedou4709]

@@resulsanane4506 Pff-of course, mewing will _definitely_ fix overcrowding(!)

[@DrYazdan]

you're videos are always so informative! thank you for sharing all of your information

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Thank you so much!! Looking forward to our next collab!

[@Kelly-uw1xr]

There’s 6 months left to take my braces off and I really needed this video. Thank you

[@baby-mations8865]

You got them off yet

[@ritumishra8372]

I've been following this channel since I got my braces put on and I got them off today! This feels surreal!

[@jonalynmanlanat3811]

Thank you dr. Greg. I'm so excited my braces will be remove on April 😁

[@MissNumbledore]

Jonalyn Manlanat YAS me toooo

[@DrGregAsatrian]

That's so awesome! COngrats you guys =] !!

[@nin4339]

Super helpful video. I’m currently wearing braces and I had Invisalign for 4 months, all of this due to a super crooked canine on my lower jaw. As soon as I get my braces off I’ll wear Invisalign again, I’m so looking forward to wearing retainers. I don’t know if my orthodontist will give me bite retainers, or wire retainers or “fixed” retainers behind my teeth. Once again, thank you so much for your explanations.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Thank you so much for watching !! Best of luck on your journey!

[@crunchy_juulpod257]

I get my braces off next appointment and I’m so freaking excited. I’m 15 and I got them when I was 11. I’m so ready. I’ve had them twice

[@DrGregAsatrian]

How exciting! Congrats!

[@user-fo8nx9pn2h]

Finally I removed my braces yesterday 😍 , tomorrow is retainer time

[@love_madiha]

I just got my braces off on Thursday, but have to wait for next Thursday for my retainers. Really hope my teeth don't shift after all the pain and effort! 😭 But I'm super excited tho, like if u r!! 😍💖

[@ilhamsumarto7467]

how it is going now? do your teeth shift? do you still use retainers?

[@ShantaCS]

I’ve been waiting for this 🙏🏽

[@lucagray1246]

Taycurls14-Shanta C omg same

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Hope you guys enjoy it !

[@ShantaCS]

Braces Explained I really did thank you...I would be so lost without your videos truly a lifesaver👏🏼

[@riyaiyer]

Same

[@denisegordon5144]

@@ShantaCS yep

[@emb1218]

I have gone through so many retainers before discovering I grind my teeth apparently? I kept popping the wire. The one I have now has lasted me years....they added more plastic to the front. So far so good.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Very nice! (not the breaking part, but the fact that it seems resolved)

[@elenajewel3]

I’ve had my braces for 6 years and I get them off on Monday (5 days)!! I’ve never watched this many ortho-themed videos on KZbin as i have in the past couple months😂

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Haha well there is plenty of them to watch on my channel!

[@lucyjane3448]

I just got my braces off this really helped thxxxx

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Ah that's so great! I'm glad I was able to help you out with this =]

[@vidz953]

Great video, thank you! And that's some epic intro music, btw. ☺️

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Haha thank you so much!

[@jacintarobison4352]

I get my braces off in two days and I am so excited!!

[@alfonsopayan09]

Where’s the video showing those pearly whites? 😋

[@coffeewithkarlie]

i have a a couple months left of braces and i’m so excited ahhh i really wanted an acrylic retainer but my mother convinced me to get the clear ones which overall probably are better for my life

[@ap0c4lyps37]

me too

[@sharifaadel3835]

I’ll be removing my braces on June 15th this video is really helpful!!!! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@DrGregAsatrian]

That's so exciting! Congrats!

[@sharifaadel3835]

Braces Explained 😁💕

[@ariaissoswagalicious8243]

does your retainer work? has your teeth shifted

[@sharifaadel3835]

@@ariaissoswagalicious8243 I wear retainers every night, and my teeth have not changed ever since

[@ariaissoswagalicious8243]

@@sharifaadel3835 i just got braces today and my orthodontist put this white gel or whatever it’s called on my tooth so it prevents my brackets from hitting, but it’s so hard to eat with and i don’t know what to do

[@vasilek5753]

I might braces in June or September, I watched all videos about braces 😅 Edit June 26 : I just got them today 👌🏻

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Sorry I'm late !! That's so exciting ! Make sure to keep us posted!

[@harmonylondon3160]

I have braces now and this vid will most def be saved in my phone for when I get the man off

[@MisterD0F]

For permanent retainers that run along the tongue side I do suggest you guys use a water pik or water flosser. It gets the job done-they’re a little more expensive that your average thread. It works great for me.

[@rimshakhursheed6042]

Can u plz explain the drawbacks of permanent retainers? Do teeth move after them and hygiene routine? Dos and donts????

[@vanessamccorker9162]

That is why I looked up this video and I did not get enough info...thinking permanent retainer it was suggested and I have a upper teeth gap.

[@vanessamccorker9162]

I was wondering about that I am not a fan of the flossers so I do own a waterpik and I love it esp using rechargeable batteries.

[@tiamarie3063]

I feel like even if it gets to a point I’ll only have to wear my retainers sparingly, I’ll probably still wear them all the time lol. I don’t want my teeth to move!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Haha no harm in wearing them 24/7!

[@lifeadventures6832]

So when you get perminent retainer on the bottom teeth you dont need to wear another clear retainer on top of it correct?

[@DrGregAsatrian]

This question really depends on your orthodontists retainer protocol!

[@anushreemanjrekar4728]

I have to wear both!

[@ikonicb.iwithyou3249]

I watt he'd this even though there is still 13 months left with my braces. Very helpful! Can't wait to take it off, and will surely come back on this video once I took it off

[@DrGregAsatrian]

That's so great! Never too early to learn!

[@joeybean_jojo2054]

I like how people can choose the color/ patterns for their retainers. It gives a little pizazz to orthodontics 🙌🙃

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Haha lots of pizazz! Just like picking color ties

[@523101997]

I have lingual permanent retainers in my upper teeth, lower teeth and have upper and lower Hawley retainers. I don't floss since every time I do, there's a hole between my teeth, even sometimes brushing causes a small gap to appear in some areas. My ortho told me the Hawley will help bring my bite together but it's been nearly 3 months and nothing :( as always, thanks for the vid dr.greg :)

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Thank you! It takes a bit of time for bite settling =]

[@marissahugo22]

No clue why I’m watching this😂 I got my braces on 2 months ago.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Haha never too early to learn about retainers! They'll be off before you know it

[@kylalaschinger4688]

I’ve only had braces for 2 months and I was told that I would need braces for 12 months but because I’m in my growth spurt I’m getting them off after only 3 months of braces!!

[@sarahisham9290]

I’m watching and I don’t have braces idk if I’ll even afford them anytime soon

[@marissahugo22]

Sara Hisham braces are cool! But expensive😂 I won’t get them off until I’m 21 or 22 and I’m 19 I got braces when I was 18!

[@sarahisham9290]

marissa hugo I’m so excited I’m getting it soon

[@melvayaredaguilar]

i’ve noticed all the designs are very nice

[@penelopeh4335]

You are so right! My dad told me he didn’t wear his retainer and his bottom teeth are crooked but it isn’t that bad. But still wear your retainers

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Yup!! Make sure you wear them!!

[@andreas3850]

how long did it take for him to get messed up though decades?

[@trix1724]

Don’t know why I’m watching this this lol I only go mine in March and won’t be getting them off for another 12 months 😂💀

[@NibbleMeTwice]

I'm getting mine in November and *crossed fingers* hoping that they don't take too long.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Never too soon to learn!! =]

[@kierapeggedwards]

I’m finally getting my braces of on the 22nd of January 😆😆😆

[@zoeya7989]

Getting mine off tomorrow after 6 years!!!

[@ma.christinayudiet5184]

Hi😀your channel really helped me with my questions regarding my braces matter..plus you response quick which is so kind of you thank you very much❤ God bless you and have a nice day😁

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Ahh thank you so much! You are all honestly so kind. I hope you have an amazing day =]

[@crazzo4lyph18]

That 1 dislike is from a prosthodontist 😂😭

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Loll do you know who that is?? =P

[@BobMarley-un2nt]

Ok here’s a question if we gotta wear a retainer to keep teeth used to they new placement why not keep the braces on for another year or so without adjustments instead of retainers🧐

[@Jewol]

Braces would still cause force on the teeth and may even move them too far past where they need to be, as well as weakening the teeth and making it harder to clean them for an extra year!

[@jiyujinsano7917]

It's freaking true, my whole family's making fun of my speech. If it's not in your face, put it in a case!! I've got to remember this!

[@hikikyomori]

I just got my braces yesterday and im already watching videos about retainers

[@lynxiayt2214]

I’m getting my braces tomorrow why am I here, I guess it’s never too early to learn xD

[@pureasporcelain]

i’ve never even had braces y am i here

[@sheepyro5109]

Best channel for braces

[@blumne_lefleura]

I'm halfway through my treatment hopefully they give me clear retainers🤞🤞

[@samanthajester3312]

I'm getting my braces off next Thursday!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

How awesome is that!!

[@Ranma05]

That's why friend told me to not get the perma. Good thing theres a coupon at costco for a waterpik:)

[@costcofreezers]

had braces in 5th - 7th grade, lost my retainer in 8th grade, got braces again last month, i’m almost in 10th grade. WEAR YOUR RETAINERS GUYS!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Listen to this guy!

[@sabine5690]

I literally had my braces on 4 days ago and I'm already watching this 😂

[@elodiejarillot1092]

Early squad😁 im pretty sure Dr.Greg won't like this comment but have a good day😀

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Say whaaaaat?!

[@juicymango9543]

@@DrGregAsatrian I’m getting braces in February 1 2021

[@jake8052]

I have a question What is the difference between metal brackets and the clear brackets?

[@elinrefetova6031]

Jake Leach The difference is their appearance and their material. They do the same job, it’s just that metal are made of metal and they are more visible while clear (don’t know what they are made of) aren’t really visible. Don’t hate me if I’m wrong, that’s just what I learned from a lot of braces videos 😂

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Elin pretty much covered it! There are a few more little details that I will highlight in a video soon!

[@elenajewel3]

Jake Leach fat opinion: don’t get the porcelain brackets!! I’ve had braces for 6 years (get them off in 5 days🤪) and I’ve had the porcelain ones for roughly 3 years. They break super easily and make it harder to remove them. They do work just as well, but they aren’t honestly worth the couple extra bucks.

[@mirandanils5114]

@@elenajewel3 YES

[@sahadaawal7935]

Took my braces off today 😍I am so happy

[@alexbruno3122]

Watching since they’re taking mine off in a few days 😁(so excited)

[@DrGregAsatrian]

How exciting! Congrats in advanced!

[@michellevivas1304]

I just got my braces off and I’m getting my retainer soon

[@DrGregAsatrian]

How exciting !

[@n.1480]

clear retainers were do uncomfortable for me. I couldn’t stand the feeling so I stopped wearing them and my teeth shifted. 😭 I’m getting braces for the second time and I’m definitely going for the hawleys this time.

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Thanks for sharing that with everyone. Make sure you wear the hawleys!

[@bongamtongana6857]

Same here, I lost my clear retainers and just continued with life. My teeth shifted back and I'm now wearing braces again. As soon as I get them off, I will make sure to wear my retainers, lesson learnt.

[@kamsain9206]

i get my braces off on tuesday and my retainer wednesday (p.s. it’s sunday) :) IM SO EXCITED!!! i’ve had them for 3 YEARS!!!!!!

[@carolynbangun5879]

I got my clear retainer today!!! Thx for the help! :)

[@hannahSmith-lv1sf]

Dr Greg at my orthodontist they give us a free retainer so if I ask for a 2nd retainer just in case I loose my other one will I get my 2nd retainer free

[@samgonzalez3834]

I am pretty sure it depends where you live for example if you are getting braces somewhere in like america they would cost alot but in the UK braces are free so mabye that's why

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Yup, this really depends on the office & the location!

[@irrelevance3859]

If you're in the UK that's a no. Maybe it depends on your office but most orthos in the UK will give your first free but if you loose or break it you'll have to pay to get the 2nd

[@maggienoodles3333]

@@irrelevance3859 Ikrr. Today my orthodontist said if I break them I have to pay £169 for new ones 😭😭

[@kimberley-7797]

For anyone watching this. Supplement with vitamin k2, d3 and magnesium and the bone around your teeth will settle faster and stronger 😊

[@Lonna27]

Is that right? I already take all of the above and I'll probably get my braces off in a couple of months. Yay!

[@kimberley-7797]

@@Lonna27 absolutely ☺️ all of your other bones in your body will be stronger too

[@lolssitsjordyn6645]

Idk why but I love watching you

[@danielle3586]

this is so interesting!! i get my braces off in august

[@DrGregAsatrian]

That's such exciting stuff !!!

[@Jervisdude]

I was told I’d have to where it for life. If the bone is remodeled, why do the teeth want to move back to their original location?

[@angelsweet9611]

because of the elastic fibers

[@resulsanane4506]

Check out Orthotropics, John Mews work on YT. Braces are mostly fraud.

[@Jervisdude]

Resul Sanane sounds like nutty woo woo talk and the dude’s teeth look like hell.

[@Jervisdude]

Well the time went quick. My teeth feel better with my new bite. No more edge to edge bite. Next week they start grinding my uppers for my restoration on the upper bridge only; I’m leaving the lower bridge alone. I’m getting layered zirconia crowns. Good by to a lifetime of ultra short teeth.

[@Jervisdude]

The worst part is after they grind the teeth, they push cords deep between the teeth and gums. Horrible pain even with gas. Almost unbearable. I should have asked for more novocaine instead of biting the bullet. The temps are in and look good. I asked for 1 mm shorter.