{"id":20876,"date":"2023-02-11T09:54:02","date_gmt":"2023-02-11T04:54:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/?p=20876"},"modified":"2023-08-17T12:08:35","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T07:08:35","slug":"dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Retainers VS Dental Braces in Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science has come a long way in the last century or so. This is especially true when it comes to medical sciences and their application in modifying and improving the human body and its looks. The same is true in the field of dentistry and we have come a long way from old practices such as metallic fake teeth or the use of wires hoping to hold teeth in their place. These have now evolved into braces and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/orthodontists\/dental-retainers\/\">retainers<\/a> which are much more effective and much less uncomfortable for the wearer. Still, most people don&#8217;t know the differences between <\/span><b>Dental Retainers VS Dental Braces in Dubai, Abu Dhabi &amp; Sharjah<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To put it simply, retainers are used as aftercare post-removal of braces.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#Aim_of_the_Procedure\" >Aim of the Procedure:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#Results\" >Results:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#Ideal_Candidate\" >Ideal Candidate:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#Pre-Procedure\" >Pre-Procedure:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#ProcedureTreatment\" >Procedure\/Treatment:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#Aftercare\" >Aftercare:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#Benefits\" >Benefits:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dental-retainers-vs-dental-braces-in-dubai\/#Book_a_Consultation\" >Book a Consultation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aim_of_the_Procedure\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aim of the Procedure:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advances in technology have made braces much more effective and efficient than they used to be. Braces today provide an accurate result and work for most crooked or uneven teeth while Retainers help the sore gums to heal and the teeth to sit in their place during the recovery time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Results\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Results:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Braces are designed according to the position of each tooth and slowly correct their position. Since retainers reinforce the results achieved from braces, using them in combination means that you are more poised to get the result that you wanted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-Clinic-in-Duba.jpg\" alt=\"Best Dental Retainers VS Dental Braces Clinic in Duba\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-Clinic-in-Duba.jpg 259w, https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-Clinic-in-Duba-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26862\" src=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-in-Dubai.png\" alt=\"Best Dental Retainers VS Dental Braces in Dubai\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-in-Dubai.png 259w, https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-in-Dubai-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26861\" src=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-in-Dubai.jpg\" alt=\"Dental Retainers VS Dental Braces in Dubai\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-in-Dubai.jpg 259w, https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dental-Retainers-VS-Dental-Braces-in-Dubai-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ideal_Candidate\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal Candidate:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although common in children, anyone of any age can get braces after consultation with their dentist in order to correct crooked teeth&#8230;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not everyone who wears retainers has to have worn braces. In some cases, retainers are recommended by dentists to correct slight misalignment of the tooth instead of braces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retainers may be prescribed after other dental procedures such as scaling.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pre-Procedure\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-Procedure:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A thorough examination will reveal if you are suitable for braces or retainers or both. If you only have a couple of teeth out of place, a retainer may be recommended instead of braces but may take a lot longer to fix them as compared to braces. This is why most dentists recommend the combination of braces and retainers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should avoid using blood thinning medications prior to the procedure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always tell your doctor beforehand if you are taking medication for any purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ProcedureTreatment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Procedure\/Treatment:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your braces will be designed for each individual tooth. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/orthodontists\/dental-braces\/\">Braces<\/a> use metallic wires and brackets which are fixed on each earth separately to push them in their place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After thoroughly cleaning your mouth with an antiseptic mouthwash, brackets are fixed on each tooth and connected by wire. You may feel the wire start to pull your teeth after a couple of days which might cause slight discomfort but this is perfectly normal. The procedure can last up to an hour depending on each case.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After removal, your retainers will be designed in accordance with the then position of each tooth. Some retainers can fit behind your teeth but these can be more uncomfortable&#8230;\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aftercare\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aftercare:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to keep in mind after the use of braces include but are not limited to;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular intake of Anti-inflammatory medication and painkillers which are prescribed afterward to help with the discomfort<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral hygiene; always brush\/floss your teeth and use mouthwash daily.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make it a habit to address any inflammation of the gums and tooth pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make regular visits to the dentist to stay updated on your progress during the braces period.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid grinding teeth and prefer soft food.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regularly wear retainers, if prescribed, to get consistent and lasting results.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of using braces and retainers are under;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No more crooked teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No more pain from misaligned teeth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A perfect smile every time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less risky compared to surgical procedures<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum downtime and recovery period<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimises and removes the gap between teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces the chances of gum diseases and bleeding from gums.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_a_Consultation\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book a Consultation<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are keen on having a smile that can melt hearts and know more about <\/span><b>Dental Retainers VS Dental Braces in Dubai, Abu Dhabi &amp; Sharjah<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/orthodontists\/\">Enfield Royal Orthodontists Clinic<\/a> is now offering all of this and much more all under one roof. Book a consultation today and find out what is best for your smile.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Science has come a long way in the last century or so. 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