{"id":517,"date":"2021-11-19T19:58:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T19:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/?p=517"},"modified":"2021-12-15T20:00:29","modified_gmt":"2021-12-15T20:00:29","slug":"what-happens-after-braces-are-removed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/19\/what-happens-after-braces-are-removed\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens After My Braces Are Removed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_115165790__1639598478_88536.jpg\" alt=\"young woman smiling after braces are removed\" class=\"wp-image-518\" width=\"317\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_115165790__1639598478_88536.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_115165790__1639598478_88536-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AdobeStock_115165790__1639598478_88536-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The day has finally arrived. Your braces are coming off, which means your orthodontic journey is officially over! Or so you thought. Although you\u2019ll have the straight smile you\u2019ve been wanting, your work isn\u2019t done just yet. Once your braces are removed, there are a few critical steps you\u2019ll need to take so your hard-earned results never fade. That said, here\u2019s what to expect and how you can adjust to life after braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You\u2019ll Have to Wear a Retainer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/orthodontics.html\">braces<\/a> are removed, you\u2019ll need to wear a retainer to preserve your new smile. It\u2019s an orthodontic tool that helps keep your teeth from shifting to their pre-treatment position. Essentially, you can view retainers as an insurance plan for life after braces. Shortly before your braces come off, you and your orthodontist will discuss your options and decide on the best type of retainer for your lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are two options available to most patients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Fixed Retainers <\/strong>\u2013 These are bonded to the back of your teeth, making them virtually invisible. They\u2019re most commonly used for bottom teeth. Keep in mind that fixed retainers are not permanent and can be removed within a few months to a few years.<\/li><li><strong>Removable Retainers <\/strong>\u2013 These are commonly used for the top teeth and only need to be worn at nighttime. Depending on your needs, your orthodontist may recommend a specific treatment plan to keep your teeth aligned. &nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Can Eat Freely Once Again<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While undergoing orthodontic treatment, you were advised to stay away from certain foods and drinks. Well, once your braces are removed, you\u2019re free to enjoy these foods once again! That means you can bite into an apple, munch on a corn on the cob, or indulge in a handful of crunchy chips if you want to. Now that your braces are off, you no longer have to worry about avoiding these snacks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Teeth Will Be Sensitive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For the entire duration of your orthodontic treatment, your teeth have been under constant tension to move into the correct position. As a result, your pearly whites will feel quite different once your braces come off. They\u2019ll likely feel more exposed and sensitive for a while afterward. That said, you may want to give yourself some time to adjust to life after braces before eating crunchy or chewy foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Smile Might Look Discolored<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you were diligent about brushing and flossing while wearing braces, your teeth may still look discolored once they\u2019re removed. But don\u2019t worry \u2013 it\u2019s completely normal! If you\u2019re particularly concerned by it, your orthodontist may recommend some form of professional teeth whitening to fix it. However, since your teeth will be sensitive immediately following the removal of your braces, you\u2019ll have to wait about one to two months before getting a whitening treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to maintain that beautiful smile you worked so hard to achieve, you must take proper care of your teeth after your braces are removed. It\u2019s the best way to ensure your hard-earned results never fade!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Rauchberg Dental Group, we provide comprehensive, exceptional, individually tailored dental services that patients of all ages can enjoy. Our team will always go above and beyond to ensure your smile remains happy and healthy for life. If you need help adjusting to life after braces, we\u2019ve got you covered. Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rauchberg.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(973) 718-9887 <\/strong>to speak to a member of our team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The day has finally arrived. Your braces are coming off, which means your orthodontic journey is officially over! Or so you thought. Although you\u2019ll have the straight smile you\u2019ve been wanting, your work isn\u2019t done just yet. Once your braces are removed, there are a few critical steps you\u2019ll need to take so your hard-earned [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-517","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What Happens After My Braces Are Removed? | Rauchberg Dental Group<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you\u2019re about to finish your treatment with braces, you may not know what to expect afterward. 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