Retainers in Carlsbad, CA
Has your child just finished their orthodontic treatment? Congratulations! Now, let’s talk about keeping that beautiful new smile in place. At Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics, our expert orthodontist in Carlsbad, CA, Dr. Natalie Dang, is here to guide you through the important world of retainers.
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Retainers: What Are They?
Retainers are custom orthodontic appliances designed to hold teeth in their new positions after removing braces or aligners. These devices play a crucial role in maintaining orthodontic treatment results. At Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics, we create personalized retainers to ensure your child’s smile stays as beautiful as the day their braces come off.
The Retainer Advantage
Wearing retainers offers several key benefits for your child’s long-term oral health:
- Maintains the alignment achieved during orthodontic treatment
- Prevents teeth from shifting back to their original positions
- Allows bone and gums to stabilize around the newly positioned teeth
- Protects your investment in orthodontic treatment
- Contributes to long-term oral health and function
The Retainer Journey: What to Expect
At Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics, we’ve designed our retainer process to be straightforward and effective. Here’s what you and your child will experience:
- Impressions: We’ll take impressions of your child’s teeth for custom retainers.
- Fitting: We’ll ensure the retainers fit comfortably and provide wear instructions.
- Initial Wear: Full-time wear is typically required for the first few months.
- Gradual Reduction: We’ll guide you on gradually reducing wear time as appropriate.
- Regular Check-ups: We’ll monitor the fit and effectiveness of the retainers.
- Long-term Use: We’ll provide guidance on long-term retainer use to maintain results.
When Are Retainers Needed?
Retainers are a crucial step for everyone who undergoes orthodontic treatment. They’re particularly important if:
- Your child finished braces or clear aligner treatment
- There’s a risk of relapse due to growth or severe misalignment
- Significant tooth movements occur during treatment
- You want to ensure the longevity of orthodontic investment
Our highly skilled orthodontist will create a personalized retainer plan based on your child’s specific case and needs.
Retainer Realities: Your Questions Answered
How long will my child need to wear retainers?
While initial full-time wear is usually a few months, some level of retainer use is often recommended indefinitely to maintain results.
How should my child clean their retainer?
Removable retainers should be brushed daily with a soft toothbrush and rinsed with cool water. We’ll provide specific care instructions for each type of retainer.
What if my child loses or breaks their retainer?
Contact our office immediately. We can create a replacement to prevent tooth movement.
Why Choose Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics for Retainers?
At Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics, we’re experts in all phases of orthodontic care. Here’s why parents trust us:
- Dr. Natalie is an expert orthodontist in Carlsbad, CA, with extensive experience in orthodontic treatment and retention.
- We offer a variety of retainer options to suit your child’s needs and preferences.
- Our team provides clear instructions and ongoing support for retainer use and care.
- We use high-quality materials for durable, effective retainers.
- We offer long-term follow-up to ensure lasting results.
Preserve Your Child’s Perfect Smile!
Ready to ensure your child’s beautiful new smile lasts a lifetime? Contact Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics to schedule a retainer consultation with our experienced Carlsbad orthodontist, Dr. Natalie. We’re here to guide you through this final, crucial phase of orthodontic care. Call us now to take the first step.
The Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics Experience
- Highest Level of Dental Care
- Friendly and Caring Staff
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Hear From Our Patients
Wonderful children’s dental practice! They have fun games, toys and entertainment for the kiddos to make it a positive experience for them. It’s very clean and modern. The staff are very friendly and the doctor as is great as well. They are very good at working with children during the dental checkup. I recommend going here!
Dr. Afsoon Fazeli and the entire team at Discovery Children’s Dentistry are incredible! She is knowledgeable, kind, patient and a truly terrific Pediatric Dentist. Both of my children absolutely love Dr. Afsoon! The office is clean, beautiful and so convenient. If you are looking for a wonderful and caring Pediatric Dentist then please look no further than Discovery Children’s. Highly recommend!
From the first step in the office the doctor was very friendly and helpful and the office is so inviting and kid friendly. My daughter was very nervous at first due to other dentist offices not being very patient and understanding but this place totally made her love the dentist again the assistant that attended to my daughter was extremely nice, patient, and taking time to explain everything to her before proceeding with anything just overall professional, inviting and an awesome place we'll be seeing them soon. Dr. Fazeli has built a great team and fully recommend this dentist for kiddos.
My husband and I recently had the pleasure of visiting Discovery Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics in Carlsbad with our 10-year-old son, and we couldn't be more impressed. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and professionalism. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the office was clean and inviting. Gabby, our dental assistant, was amazing with our son, making him feel comfortable and at ease throughout the visit. Dr. Fazeli was equally wonderful, taking the time to explain everything to us and making sure we felt heard and cared for. What sets Discovery Children's Dentistry apart is their focus on creating a kid-friendly environment while still providing top-notch dental care. We appreciated not feeling rushed or pressured into unnecessary treatments. If you're looking for a dentist who truly cares about their patients, We highly recommend Discovery Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics. Don't hesitate to schedule an appointment - you won't be disappointed!
I highly recommend this Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics in Carlsbad to all the parents who look for a great place to take their kid(s) for dental related work. I have been searching for a dentist for my two little ones and I came across this one. The place is in a very safe area. The staff are very attentive. Most importantly, the dentist is very compassionate and gentle. My husband and I are very satisfied with the service provided.
Both my girls have had amazing experiences with Dr. Fazeli. She is so warm and personable, not only with the kids, but takes the time to explain treatment options in-depth with me. The work is done quickly and efficiently to keep the kids at ease and the staff is incredible. We are so happy to have found a dentist home here.
We just had our first visit today and I am so happy for choosing discovery children’s dentistry Dr.Afzoon and her team were incredibly welcoming and patient explaining every single detail. My kids were happy they felt no anxiety and worries.
My son walked out of his first appointment and said, “Mama, I LOVE the dentist!” This appointment exceeded all expectations. The staff is warm and kind and Gabby made Luke feel so comfortable and calm! It’s every parent’s wish to have their child calm and reassured at this type of appointment. Dr. Fazeli introduced herself right away—she is warm, welcoming and such a professional. She walked us through X-Rays and immediately gave Luke’s teeth a check. Our son was thrilled to have gone to the dentist! LOVE it here and would recommend this practice to any parent!
Dr.Fazeli and her staff are so professional and my kids had a great experience with her. Highly recommended!
We just had our two year old son's very first appointment. Doctor and staff were super nice! Highly recommend this dentist office for your kiddos.
We had a great experience at this dental office! The staff was so kind and patient with my daughter, making her feel comfortable the whole time. They explained everything clearly and took great care of her. Truly wonderful people working here. I highly recommend taking your kiddos here.
Amazing practice. The hygienists are so gentle with my daughter and absolute magic with my autistic son. They do a great job of accommodating us and thinking creatively about how to get my son through the appointment without putting any pressure on him. I’m so grateful!
Dr Fazeli and her team are so nice & kind . I would 100% recommend this office to anyone and everyone 💯❤️
Went in there for the first time. Saff is absolutely amazing and the place nice and clean. Betty at the front desk was absolutely amazing.
We’ve been coming here since my son was 4. We couldn’t be more happy with Dr Fazeli and her staff since she took over the office. Today my son had a very thorough teeth cleaning, we appreciate the time that was taken, his teeth look great!
Dr. Fazeli is very caring, kind, considerate, and friendly and especially she is very kind and caring with kids. It is apparent that she loves what she does. She creates a welcoming environment for kids and is very patient with them.
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About our Office
- CA (License 18945). View License Information
- Insurance: We work with most insurance providers.
- No Insurance? No problem, call (760) 438-1279 for more information.
- Financing Options: We offer a wide range of dental financing options.
- We serve patients from the following counties: San Diego
- We serve patients from the following cities: Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, San Marcos, Vista, San Diego & the surrounding communities.
- Have Questions? Please feel free to contact us at (760) 438-1279
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